Abakuá
A secret society found in many Afro-Cuban communities, which emphasizes the importance of brotherhood, secrecy, and cultural preservation. #secret #society
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Abiku is a Yoruba word referring to a child who dies and is reborn multiple times. In Yoruba mythology, Abiku children are believed to be born with a spiritual connection to the spirit world, and are often associated with misfortune and tragedy. #yoruba #word Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreAddiction taboo
A cultural taboo that surrounds addiction and substance abuse in many African communities, often leading to lack of access to appropriate treatment and care. #cultural #surrounds
Read MoreAdinkra symbols
Adinkra symbols are a collection of symbols used in Ghana, often printed on fabric and used for clothing or home decor. The symbols are believed to have spiritual and philosophical meanings and are used to communicate ideas and values. #used #collection Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
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Adinkra symbols are a set of symbols that represent traditional African concepts, beliefs, and proverbs. The Adinkra symbols were originally printed on cloth using black dye made from the bark of the Badie tree and are still used today in various forms of art and design. #set #represent Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreAdinkra Symbols, The
A series of symbols found in West African cultures, particularly among the Akan peoples, which are used to convey messages and represent abstract concepts, often related to traditional wisdom and values. #series #found Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreAdire Cloth
Adire is a resist-dyed cloth made by the Yoruba people of Nigeria. The cloth is decorated with intricate patterns, often using natural dyes. #resistdyed #made
Read MoreAdlam Script
Adlam script is a writing system used to write the Fulfulde language, spoken in several West African countries. It is an alphabet script, with each symbol representing a consonant or vowel sound, and is written from right to left. #writing #system Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreAdornment Tradition in Africa, The
The Adornment Tradition in Africa is a system of decorative art that involves the use of jewelry, accessories, and other adornments to enhance the appearance of the body, which are often used to convey cultural symbolism and significance. #system #decorative Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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A traditional Maasai dance found in Kenya and Tanzania, which involves high, vertical jumping as a display of strength and vitality. #traditional #maasai
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