Customs and traditions

The Hamer tribe: Life and traditions of one of Africa's most fascinating groups

Written by Omnia Hassan: The Hamer tribe is located in the heart of the Omo Valley in southwestern Ethiopia and is considered one of the most interesting ethnic groups in…

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The argan tree: green gold that fights desertification in Morocco

Written by: Hussein Ahmed. Every year on May 10th, the world celebrates International Argan Tree Day, an occasion…

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Magic and Vodoun... one of the oldest religions in Benin | What do we know about it?

Written by Omnia Hassan: Vodoun is considered one of the oldest spiritual systems in West Africa and has deep roots in the Kingdom of Dahomey, which became…

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One of Africa's strangest customs: hiring someone to weep bitterly for the dead in Kenya.

Written by: Ayman Ragab. How can you ensure a good turnout at a funeral? In Kenya, some families resort to hiring professional mourners to bid farewell to their loved ones…

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Enyambo: The singing royal cows at the heart of Rwandan culture

Written by Omnia Hassan: Visitors to the King's Palace Museum in Rwanda can easily access the country's most distinctive herd, not through…

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Togo's independence: the day France was expelled from the country.

April 27th of each year is Togo's National Day, commemorating its independence from France in 1960.

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The 40th anniversary celebrations in Lodzidzeni: a showcase highlighting the depth of Swazi heritage

Written by: Omnia Hassan. The royal residence of Ludzidzini in the Kingdom of Eswatini witnessed special celebrations marking the 40th anniversary, where pride in heritage was evident…

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Some of them are cooked like spinach... African banana varieties are more than just fruit.

Written by: Ayman Ragab. There are several types of bananas in the African continent, which is characterized by great diversity regarding this important fruit, especially since…

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Ivory Coast hosts Africa's largest performing arts festival

Written by: Qusay Ahmed. The Massa Festival returned in its 2026 edition, reaffirming its position as the largest performing arts market in Africa…

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Made of straw and mud... the story of African houses that defied time

Amnia Hassan writes: Deep within the African continent, the simple, traditional tribal houses are a mirror reflecting the profound relationship between people and their environment and culture…

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