*Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday dedicated to celebrating African culture and traditions, observed annually from December 26 to January 1. Proposed by African-American leader Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa ...

The soul-shattering abuses suffered by enslaved Africans, who were forcibly stripped of their languages, religions and other key aspects of their culture, were fortunately no match for their ...

Djeneba Sako moved to the U.S. from Mali, West Africa, more than 20 years ago to share her passion for African dance. DENVER — If you follow the sound of drums from the unassuming corner of Bayaud ...

Kwanzaa, derived from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza" meaning "first fruits," is celebrated each December with seven ...

As we enter the Easter season, let’s look at the traditions African-Americans will be participating in as they celebrate Easter. Easter is a time of joy, hope, and renewal celebrated by people all ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Local organization Harambee hosted its fifth African-American Festival on Saturday, showcasing African-American culture, music, food, and traditions on the Rondout Waterfront. The ...

During the holiday, families and communities organize around what are known as the seven principles, or Nguzo Saba. The seven ...

Rich in history and customs, our continent boasts of traditions that have withstood the test of time. These traditions are deeply rooted in spirituality, folklore, and a beautiful connection with ...

While some are recouping from that Christmas cheer another holiday is getting started around the world and right here in West Michigan. Thursday kicked off day one of Kwanzaa, which is a week-long ...

When West Africans were shipped to the Americas, especially the South, they brought many ingredients, crops and techniques that are still eaten and used to this day as reflected in the Lowcountry’s ...

Eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is seen as a good-luck tradition rooted in West African and African American culture ...