Madrasa
Madrasa is a term used to describe Islamic schools in Africa that provide education in the Quran and Islamic theology. Students in madrasas are typically boys and young men who come from Muslim families. #islamic #term
Read MoreMakishi Masquerades
Makishi masquerades are a traditional dance and music performance from the Lunda people of Zambia and Angola. The performance involves elaborate costumes and masks, and is often used to celebrate important events such as weddings and funerals. #performance #traditional
Read MoreMakonde carving
Makonde carving is a traditional art form from the Makonde people of Tanzania and Mozambique, characterized by its use of wood and intricate designs that often depict animals and other figures. The carvings are often used for both practical and decorative purposes. #often #traditional Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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Makonde carvings are a type of wood carving produced by the Makonde people of Tanzania and Mozambique. They are known for their intricate designs and are often used to depict scenes from daily life. #type #wood Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreMalagasy ancestral worship
In Madagascar, there is a tradition of ancestor worship, where people believe in the power of their ancestors to help and guide them, often through the use of offerings and rituals. #madagascar #there Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreMalagasy hair wrapping
Hair wrapping is a traditional Malagasy hairstyle where hair is tightly wrapped with thread or fabric to create a sleek, smooth look. #traditional #hairstyle
Read MoreMalagasy rice cultivation
Malagasy rice cultivation is a traditional agricultural practice from the Malagasy people of Madagascar, characterized by their use of terraced rice paddies and their reliance on rice as a staple crop. #traditional #agricultural Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
Read MoreMalagasy traditional bone setting practices
Traditional bone setting practices in Madagascar involve manual manipulation and herbal remedies to treat fractures and dislocations, often passed down through generations of traditional healers. #madagascar #involve Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
Read MoreMalagasy traditional death practices
Traditional death practices in Madagascar involve a series of rituals and ceremonies to honor the deceased and support the family, including offerings of food and drink and the burning of incense. #madagascar #involve Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreMalagasy traditional dentistry practices
Traditional dentistry practices in Madagascar often involve herbal remedies and natural products like charcoal and salt for teeth cleaning and oral hygiene. #madagascar #often Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
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