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Hausa leatherworking

Traditional leatherworking techniques used by the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which involve the use of intricate designs and symbolic elements to create decorative leather objects and clothing. #traditional #techniques Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Hausa metalworking

Hausa metalworking has been studied by anthropologists as a traditional metalwork craft of the Hausa people of West Africa, characterized by their use of brass, bronze, and copper to create intricate sculptures, jewelry, and other objects that convey cultural identity and spiritual symbolism. #studied #anthropologists Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

Hausa numeric symbols

Traditional use of highly symbolic and meaningful numeric symbols by the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which involve the use of intricate and highly stylized symbols to represent numbers and perform basic arithmetic operations. #use #highly Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Hausa oral poetry

Traditional poetry of the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which often features themes of love, heroism, and social commentary and is an important expression of cultural identity and heritage. #traditional #people Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Hausa praise singing

Traditional use of praise singing in communication by the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which involve the use of poetic language and rhythmic music to honor individuals and celebrate their accomplishments. #use #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Hausa tanning

Traditional tanning techniques used by the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which involve the use of natural materials such as bark and leaves to create leather for clothing and other objects. #other #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Hausa weaving

Traditional weaving techniques used by the Hausa people of Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, which involve the use of natural materials such as cotton and wool to create intricate and colorful textiles. #traditional #techniques Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

head nod, The

A common gesture used in many African societies to indicate agreement or acknowledgement, often with a subtle upward nod of the head. #common #gesture

Henna tattoos

A traditional form of body art found in many African communities, particularly in North Africa and the Horn of Africa, which involves the application of a paste made from the henna plant to create intricate designs on the skin. #africa #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

Herding Competitions

Herding competitions are popular in several African countries, including Mali and Niger. Competitors showcase their herding skills and are evaluated on their technique, speed, and ability to handle the livestock. #popular #several Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology