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Arts and aesthetics reflect a people’s traditions, values, practices, pervasive realities, and external relationships. In the traditional African setup, art is intricately bound up with spirituality and culture. Thus Somjee (1992, 49) observes that “… art objects are not mediators of aesthetics but of ritual processes and institutional law that define and maintain relationships of … Read more
Almost all of Africa’s ancient artistic heritage and natural history collections are preserved in European countries: the United Kingdom, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Vienna, and Belgium. Difficult as it may be to articulate the magnitude of this reality, it is even more difficult to learn how such previous cultural identities were looted and stolen from their birthplace. The restitution … Read more
Kenya is renowned for its wealth of wildlife, the sweeping plains of the Maasai Mara, and its white sand beaches. But look beyond these stereotypes, glorious though they are, and one can find a diverse kaleidoscope of ethnicities and tribal groups, far removed from the tourist trail and virtually unchanged for generations. Engaging with new … Read more
Planning and packing properly can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience at the airport. Please be sure to know what you can pack in your carry-on and checked baggage before arriving at the airport by looking over the lists below. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to … Read more
Our Summer in Africa series is back as we aim to highlight some of the most interesting and energizing experiences that make a great summer vacation in Africa. So as many of our customers are getting ready to rode the trolley and roam anyone, two, or more of the 54 countries in the continent, we … Read more
A visa is an endorsement placed within a passport that grants the holder official permission to enter a country that may not be a citizen of. It grants the holder permission to leave or stay in a country for a specified time period. Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to a particular country … Read more
Many African countries require a visa for entry, either before arrival or upon arrival. For American citizens, there are several African countries that do not require a visa for short-term visits. Ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay and check for any additional entry requirements such as … Read more
We are embarking on a captivating journey through time to explore the rich tapestry of traditional African tribes that have managed to preserve their customs amidst modernization. In this series we unravel the secrets behind intriguing rituals, mesmerizing dances, and age-old practices that have endured for generations. Discover the significance behind the colorful attire, intricate … Read more
Beads are among the most intriguing and important symbols in African culture, past and present. If you are born in Africa, it is very likely you wore beads as a child no matter which country. It is a fact that Africans bestow great significance to their cultural artifacts, one of them being the beads. The … Read more
Have you ever wondered why we, as individuals, tend to align our thoughts and behaviors with others? Conversely, what prompts us to sometimes stand apart, embracing our differences? This is the intriguing landscape of social understanding, an exploration of the delicate balance between convergence and divergence our tendencies to conform and to imitate, and what … Read more
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