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BY Novieku Babatunde Adeola, 3:00pm December 03, 2019,

These are six of Africa’s fascinating yet unique festivals

by Novieku Babatunde Adeola, 3:00pm December 03, 2019,
Photo: The Guardian

Festivals have always been a big deal amongst Africans. It is a way by which black communities across the globe protect and promote their rich cultures to the entire world.

The act, as old as the dawn of civilization, has gradually spread across the globe, especially in the Caribbean. 

For some, these festivals are old-fashioned, however, for others, these festivals were said to have set the tone for our heritage hence they must be celebrated and respected.

In this article, we cast the spotlight on some of Africa’s interesting cultural festivals:

Last Edited by:Kent Mensah Updated: December 3, 2019

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