African Culture

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    Our Top 10 Isicholos and Zulu Traditional Attire Items to Own

    The largest ethnic group in South Africa, the Zulu, has a vibrant and rich culture, which is reflected in their traditional clothing. I’ll be sharing elements of traditional Zulu clothing in this article that you can use to spice up your wardrobe. The significance of Zulu beadwork Zulu beadwork is an essential part of Zulu…

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    Kikoi and Maasai Shuka Fashion Trends: Include These in Your Wardrobe

    As a fashion enthusiast, I have always been fascinated by the rich cultural history behind the clothes we wear. One such example is the kikoi, a versatile piece of fabric that has a long and fascinating history; from its origin to its different uses. I will also be sharing how to style it, where to…

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    54 Beautiful Styles to Rock On Heritage Day

    Heritage Month is celebrated in September of every year in South Africa. It is a month dedicated to celebrating South Africa’s rich and diverse culture and heritage. National Heritage Day is on the 24th of September and has been a public holiday since 1996, to celebrate South Africa’s cultural diversity and communities. This day was…

  • Shakshuka for One (North African Poached Eggs)

    Eggs Nutritional Information Eggs are one of the most important ingredients in holiday cooking and baking all year long. They add moisture, color, flavor, and nutritional value to recipes. Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse, with one egg containing 6 grams of high-quality protein and 8 essential nutrients, all for 70 calories. Plus, eggs are naturally…

  • Air Fryer Cornish Hen

    What is a Cornish Hen? A cornish hen, also known as Rock Cornish game hen, are small whole chickens that grow quickly and are ready to be cooked at about four weeks old.  These mini rotisserie chickens can weigh anywhere from 1 to 5 pounds and are primarily white meat, making them lean meat. These…

  • 8 Easy Cocktail Recipes

    8 Easy Cocktail Recipes The holidays are a time for banquets and booze. Wine and beer are go-to drinks, but, honestly, nothing beats a good cocktail. Whether at a dinner party and or casual reunion, here are 8 Easy Cocktail Recipes that will get the party rolling! Contents… FAQsMake-Ahead and StorageThe Lineup of Easy Cocktail…

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    Sights and Sounds: Phindile Gwala’s Heritage Day Dance

    “Imbewu, the Seed” actress, Phidile Gwala was spotted doing the “Indlamu” dance. The Indlamu is a traditional dance performed by the Zulus in South Africa and their Ndebele cousins in Zimbabwe.The popular characteristic of the dance involves the dancers lifting a foot over their head and bringing it down sharply, to the beat of the…