Encyclopedia – Africology•AI

Chaga banana farming

Chaga banana farming is a traditional agricultural practice from the Chaga people of Tanzania, characterized by their use of terraced fields and their reliance on bananas as a staple crop. #traditional #agricultural Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology

Chakacha

A traditional dance found in the Swahili-speaking communities of East Africa, often performed by women and characterized by fluid, hip-swaying movements. #traditional #dance

Chamba

A male secret society found in many Central African communities, which emphasizes the importance of initiation rites, leadership training, and the preservation of cultural knowledge and traditions. #male #secret

Charida Tradition in Senegal, The

The Charida Tradition in Senegal is a system of oral history, storytelling, and musical performance, where designated individuals, known as charids, are responsible for preserving and transmitting the cultural heritage of a community through music, poetry, and narrative. #system #oral Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

Chi

Chi is a concept from Igbo culture in Nigeria that refers to personal spirituality and life force. It is often seen as the essence of a person’s being, and is believed to influence their health, success, and overall well-being. #concept #igbo Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

Child labor

A controversial and widespread phenomenon in many African countries, which involves the exploitation of children for economic or other reasons, often in dangerous or harmful conditions. #controversial #widespread

Child marriage

A controversial traditional practice in many African communities, which involves the marriage of young girls to much older men for cultural, social, or economic reasons. #controversial #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology

Childfree taboo

A cultural taboo against individuals or couples who choose not to have children in some African communities, often based on cultural or religious beliefs about the importance of reproduction. #cultural #individuals Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

Chinese investment in Africa

A controversial economic phenomenon in which China has invested heavily in Africa, particularly in infrastructure and resource extraction, leading to concerns about economic exploitation, environmental degradation, and political influence. #economic #controversial Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Chisel

A chisel is a tool used for cutting and carving wood or stone. It has a sharp, flat blade that is driven into the material by a mallet or hammer. #tool #used Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity