Oromo resistance
A long history of resistance and struggle for independence among the Oromo people of Ethiopia, which has been characterized by social and political movements, armed rebellion, and cultural preservation efforts. #long #history Position in the diagram of Africanity: #AbstractAfricology
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Osmanya script is a writing system used to write the Somali language. It was developed in the early 20th century by Osman Yusuf Kenadid, a Somali scholar and writer, and is based on the Latin alphabet. #somali #writing
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The Osmanya script is an indigenous script created in the early 20th century by a Somali man named Osman Yusuf Kenadid. It is an alphabet script, meaning that each symbol represents a consonant or vowel sound, and it is used to write the Somali language. #somali #indigenous Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
Read MoreOsu caste system
A controversial social hierarchy found in parts of Nigeria and other West African countries, which involves the segregation and discrimination of people deemed to be of “lower” caste status. #controversial #social Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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The oud is a stringed instrument commonly used in North Africa and the Middle East. It consists of a pear-shaped wooden body with a long neck and 11 or 13 strings. The oud is often used in traditional music and storytelling. #used #stringed Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreOuidah Voodoo Festival
The Ouidah Voodoo Festival is an annual festival held in Ouidah, Benin, which celebrates the country’s voodoo traditions. The festival includes elaborate ceremonies and rituals, as well as music and dancing. #annual #held Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
Read MoreOvambo basket weaving
Ovambo basket weaving is a traditional art form from the Ovambo people of Namibia, characterized by its use of grasses and intricate patterns and designs. The baskets are often used for both practical and decorative purposes. #traditional #art Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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Oware is a popular game in West Africa, particularly in Ghana. The game involves two players moving small stones or seeds around a board with hollows or pits, trying to capture their opponent’s pieces. #game #popular Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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Oware is a popular game played in many African countries, including Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal. The game is played with a board and seeds, and is often used to teach strategic thinking. #played #popular
Read MoreOwela
Owela is a traditional game played in Uganda. The game involves two players moving small stones or seeds around a board with the goal of capturing their opponent’s pieces. #game #traditional
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