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Lighting the Kinara - Kwanzaa Traditions

Lighting the Kinara - Kwanzaa Traditions

Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" in the African language Kiswahili, has gained tremendous acceptance since its founding in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga. Kwanzaa is a special time of the year, one that celebrates African culture, heri read more
Homemade Bronzing Body Butter

Homemade Bronzing Body Butter

Homemade Bronzing Body Butter Step out with a NATURAL sun-kissed glow! This whipped body butter is a wonderful moisturizer that can be enjoyed by all! Unlike other bronzers with harmful chemicals, this butter, composed of all-natural ingredients, wil read more
Kwanzaa Karamu

Kwanzaa Karamu

The Karamu Ya Imani (Feast of Feasts) is Kwanzaa's traditional African feast held on the last day of Kwanzaa, December 31st. It is a very special part of the Kwanzaa celebration that was started in an effort to raise awareness and educate people and read more
The Symbolism of Tie Dye Fabric in Africa

The Symbolism of Tie Dye Fabric in Africa

When a lot of us see tie dye we think of hippies and 60's culture, but did you know that tie dyeing has long been a practice in Africa? From Ghana to Gambia, tie dyeing is one of the many ways that African artisans like to express their style and div read more
Kwanzaa: The Colors

Kwanzaa: The Colors

Red, Black and Green The colors of Kwanzaa are a reflection of the Pan-African movement representing “unity” for peoples of African descent worldwide: Black for the people, red for the noble blood that unites all people of African ancestry, and green read more
Add Style To Your Hair with Cowrie Shells

Add Style To Your Hair with Cowrie Shells

Cowrie shells carry different meanings. They are commonly used in the form of jewelry and money. Many African women use Cowrie shells on their hair as an accessory for trendy design purposes. Traditionally, these shells carry certain meaning.Cowrie s read more
Digestive Bitters: What Are They & Are They Safe?

Digestive Bitters: What Are They & Are They Safe?

Have you ever wondered what  digestive bitters are and if they are safe to use? You're not alone. Many people are turning to natural remedies and digestive bitters are becoming quite popular. If you're new to herbal supplements, it’s normal to have a read more
Four Things You Might Not Know About Colin Powell

Four Things You Might Not Know About Colin Powell

Colin L. Powell (1937 - 2021) was a national hero whose accomplishments spanned from 1958 to 1993 and included serving as Ronald Reagan’s national security advisor, the first Black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the first Persian Gulf W read more
The Best Fragrance Oils for Soap Making

The Best Fragrance Oils for Soap Making

Interested in making your own soaps? Or maybe you’re already a soap-maker and you’re looking for new inspiration? Whatever the reason, you’ve come to the right place for the best soap fragrance ideas.Here at Africa Imports, we love helping our custom read more
African Rooibos Tea - In the cup, or in the bath

African Rooibos Tea - In the cup, or in the bath

Did you ever think about laying back in a warm, soothing soak of tea? Probably not! However, soaking yourself in bathwater with a bag of African rooibos tea will give your skin a number of great benefits. Rooibos tea has natural antioxidants in it th read more
Celebrating Black History Month with Kente Cloth

Celebrating Black History Month with Kente Cloth

No fabric is more associated with Africa than the vibrant colors of kente cloth. This fabric is instantly identifiable to African culture, and therefore is a big hit during Black History Month. Native to the country of Ghana, kente cloth has a strong read more
Celebrating Easter in Africa

Celebrating Easter in Africa

It's hard to believe that Easter is only a few days a way. It probably feels like Christmas just ended..but Easter is a wonderful day to look forward to. In preparation for this Easter, see how it is celebrated in some parts of Africa.Africans for th read more
The Art of the Fulani in Clothing

The Art of the Fulani in Clothing

The Fulani people of West Africa are known for cattle herding and for their extreme beauty. Beauty is considered very important. One of the ways this is shown is through tattoos that are put all over the body. A distinguishing feature of a Fulani wom read more
The Story of Amonche Black Soap

The Story of Amonche Black Soap

Get the proven results that hand-made, natural African soap is famous for with Natural Amonche Black Soap. Made from tropical honey, shea butter, cocoa pod, aloe vera, and other all-natural ingredients. Everything works together to soften skin, heal read more