Xalam
The xalam is a stringed instrument commonly used in West Africa, particularly in Senegal, Gambia, and Mali. It consists of a wooden body with a long neck and 3-4 strings. The xalam is often used in traditional music and storytelling. #used #stringed Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
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A controversial social and political phenomenon in many African countries, which involves the fear and hatred of foreigners and outsiders, often leading to discrimination and violence. #controversial #social
Read MoreXhosa beadwork
Traditional beadwork techniques used by the Xhosa people of South Africa, which involve the use of colorful beads and intricate designs to create decorative jewelry and other objects. #traditional #techniques Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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Xhosa cattle dipping is a traditional agricultural practice from the Xhosa people of South Africa, characterized by their use of dipping tanks to protect their cattle from ticks and other parasites. #traditional #agricultural Position in the diagram of Africanity: #ConcreteAfricology
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Traditional rites of passage for young men in the Xhosa culture of South Africa, which involve circumcision and a period of seclusion and instruction in cultural traditions and values. #traditional #passage
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Traditional use of clicking sounds in language by the Xhosa people of South Africa, which involve the use of various tongue and mouth movements to create unique and distinctive phonemes. #use #traditional
Read MoreXhosa initiation rituals
Xhosa initiation rituals are traditional initiation ceremonies from the Xhosa people of South Africa, characterized by their focus on physical endurance, cultural identity, and social status. #traditional #ceremonies Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity
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The xylophone is a percussion instrument found in many African countries, particularly in West Africa. It consists of a series of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce a melodic sound. The xylophone is often used in traditional music and dance performances. #percussion #instrument Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity
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