Heritage Day is a South African holiday where the diversity of culture, traditions and beliefs of South Africa are celebrated by its citizens.
South Africans are given the opportunity to observe and celebrate their diverse cultural heritage.
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1. The Ohorokorva is a traditional Herero dress originating from the Victorian Era and brought into Southern Africa in the 20th century by the German Missionaries. 2. This style of dressing was initially forced on the Herero tribe by the Germans after the genocide that wiped off over 80% of the Herero population. 3. This…
The Albaso braids is the traditional hairstyle of the habesha (from Ethiopia and Eritrea). To make the Albaso hairstyle, seven large cornrows are braided or woven over rolled hair tubes . These large corn rows are alternated with smaller cornrows, while loose curly hair is left at the back.
Got Premature Grey Hair? Here are 10 Facts You Should Know. Having streaks of grey or white hair can be quite embarrassing especially when you are in your 20s or 30s. I’ve got about four strands now and want to nip this issue in the bud. So if you are a good student…
What is Lobola? ‘Lobola’ is an African practice that involves the groom’s family giving a gift, of either cash or heads of cattle, to the parents of the bride for customary marriage. What is the purpose of paying Lobola? The Traditional African process of marriage begins with lobola, which is also known as…
Many women love the beauty, color, and meaning behind African fashion, but the question often becomes: how do you actually wear it regularly? It’s easy to admire traditional clothing at weddings, festivals, or cultural celebrations. But bringing those same pieces into your everyday wardrobe can feel less straightforward. Should you save them for special occasions?Can…
3 Reasons Why You Should Wear a Weave So you have relaxed hair and try to go regularly to the salon to get your hair in rollers. Aside from that it’s basically always tied up in a bun. Your friends keep suggesting you fix a weave but you wonder what the big deal…
