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a small history of African basket weaving

African basket weaving is a rich and diverse craft with a history that spans thousands of years, deeply intertwined with the cultures and traditions of various African...

The Bambara People of West Africa

The Bambara people, known locally as Bamana or Banmana, are among the most culturally significant ethnic groups in West Africa, particularly within Mali, where they re...

Celebrating Ganna: An Ethiopian Tradition

With over 80 ethnic groups, Ethiopia is home to many ethnicities, languages, and cultures. As many countries throughout the world have celebrated a festive holiday sea...

The Amhara People of Ethiopia

The Amhara people of Ethiopia are one of the most intriguing and culturally rich groups in Africa. This blog post will delve into their history, culture, language, and...

The Luba People of Congo

One of our missions at Expedition Subsahara is to learn and teach others about the many vibrant, beautiful people that make up the fabric of the African continent. Tod...

The Chewa People of Southern Africa

Nestled in the heart of southern Africa, the Chewa people are a diverse and culturally rich ethnic group. With a population scattered across countries like Malawi, Zam...

The Ndebele People of South Africa

South Africa, known for its rich and diverse cultural landscape, is home to a multitude of ethnic groups, each contributing to the nation's unique identity. In fact, ...

The Himba People of Namibia

One of our missions at Expedition Subsahara is to learn and teach others about the many vibrant, beautiful people that make up the fabric of the African continent. Tod...

The Fang People of Central Africa

Africa is a diverse, beautiful continent full of equally diverse people and ethnic groups. In the heart of Central Africa, a vibrant ethnic group known as the Fang peo...

The Senufo People: A Beautifully Diverse Culture

Deep in the heart of West Africa, nestled within the lush landscapes of Ivory Coast, Mali, and Burkina Faso, lies a fascinating ethnic group known as the Senufo peopl...

The Zulu People

Zulu is a nation of Nguni-speaking people in KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa. A branch of the southern Bantu, the Zulu have close ethnic ties to the Swazi and X...

Ramadan: A Holy Month in Senegal

Because it's a Muslim country, Ramadan is a big part of Senegalese culture. The exact date of Ramadan changes from year to year because it's set using the lunar calend...