Gacaca
A traditional Rwandan system of community-based justice, which was used to address crimes committed during the 1994 genocide and is characterized by a focus on truth-telling, reconciliation, and community healing. #traditional #rwandan
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A controversial system of community courts in Rwanda, which were established to address the large number of perpetrators of the 1994 genocide and were criticized by some for their lack of due process and potential for abuse. #controversial #system
Read MoreGambian circumcision ceremonies
In Gambia, male circumcision is often performed as a traditional rite of passage, accompanied by rituals and ceremonies to mark the occasion. #gambia #male Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreGe’ez Script
The Ge’ez script is an ancient script used to write the Ge’ez language and other languages of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is an abugida script, meaning that each symbol represents a consonant sound with an inherent vowel sound, and additional diacritic marks are used to modify the vowel sound. #sound #used Position in the diagram…
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Ge’ez is an ancient script used in Ethiopia and Eritrea to write various languages such as Amharic, Tigrigna, and Ge’ez itself. It is an abugida script, meaning that each symbol represents a consonant and a vowel sound. #ancient #used Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreGender-based violence
A pervasive issue in many African societies, which includes physical, sexual, and emotional violence against women and girls, often perpetuated by men in positions of power and authority. #pervasive #issue
Read MoreGeometric patterns
Geometric patterns, often incorporating circles, squares, and triangles, are a common feature of African art and design. These patterns are often used to represent concepts such as balance, harmony, and interconnectedness. #often #incorporating Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreGhanaian adinkra symbols
Adinkra symbols are a popular traditional Ghanaian pattern used in fabric and hair accessories, each symbol representing a specific idea or concept. #popular #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreGhanaian banku cooking
Banku is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from fermented corn and cassava dough, often served with soup or stew. #traditional #dish
Read MoreGhanaian banku preparation
Banku is a traditional Ghanaian dish made with fermented corn and cassava dough, often served with soup or stew. #traditional #dish
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