It’s one thing to buy a gift, it’s another thing to present the gift. Many traditional wedding ceremonies in Africa are not complete without a gift presentation segment. Presentation of gifts is not just random but a fulfillment of a bridal list that was previously given to the groom’s family. Some African cultures even have…
During the Ghanaian traditional engagement gifts are presented to the bride and her family from the groom and his family as a sign of appreciation for taking care of the bride. These gifts are selected for different members of the Bride’s family; her father, mother, siblings and so on. The traditional wedding gifts can be…
What is Umembeso Ceremony? Sometimes it’s difficult for people to distinguish between lobola and umembeso ceremonies. Even though they are performed on the same day, the activities of both vary and serve different purposes. Umembeso is a Zulu traditional ceremony that is part of the lobola negotiations where the groom presents gifts to the…
