1. According to historians the Fulanis migrated from the North and East to present day Senegal. In the 10th century they spread to most parts of West and Central Africa and Sudan (being the only East African country. It is debatable though that there may be Fulanis on the edge of Ethiopia. 2. There are…
The Kikuyu Dowry is about 99goats, which is usually estimated at 100goats. The Dowry these days is usually monetized so if you know the cost of a goat, you should have an idea of what it will cost you. A goat costs between ksh5,000 to ksh18,000 so you’re looking at about ksh 500,000 to…
Ruracio in Kenyan Kikuyu culture simply refers to Negotiation and Payment of the Dowry or Bride price. It is the last stage in the Kikuyu Traditional wedding ceremony. Before this there would have been the “Kuhanda Ithigi or “Planting twigs”. This is the first stage where the groom gets to state his intention to ask…
Here is a list of Ruracio items the Groom usually brings: Items for the men in the bride’s family (Athuri) Fattened ram (Goima) He-goat (Thenge) Sheep (Ng’ondu) Kaburi Blankets Goats (counted in tens; Mburi cia mirongo) Heifer (Mori) Njohi ya uuki (beer made from honey) Assorted items for bride’s father (Maaha indo cia Muthuri)…
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So you’re engaged. Congratulations! Now comes the part that makes many couples reach for something stronger than chai: planning the Ruracio. If you’ve been anywhere near social media lately, you’ve probably seen the videos. The groom arrives in a helicopter. The bride’s family receives cows draped in designer fabrics. The decor looks like it was…
1. The Tsonga people are a tribe that have their origins in East Africa. They migrated down south to Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe. 2. In the 19th century, during the reign of King Shaka Zulu, Soshangane was sent by the king to conquer Southern Mozambique. Against Shaka’s instructions, Soshangane captured the region which consisted…
Make sure you select a top or blouse that suits your size, complexion and the colour and texture of your Umushana. Blouses or tops worn with Umushana are usually skin tight or stretch. They can also be long sleeve or armless tubes. Accessorise your Umushana with shoes, jewellery and a clutch purse. Remember, less is…
Although Egypt generally follows a bride price system, both the bride’s and groom’s sides contributet o the overall cost of marriage following pre-defined traditions. The ideal held through these expenditures at the time of marriage, is that the newlywed couple should be established with a fully-equipped joint residence. Typically, the groom’s side is primarily responsiblef…
