African Culture

If you own a legitimate East African mask, you are probably the envy of many a collector. For Westerners, these masks have become coveted items. For the indigenous cultures that created these...

Although most Kenyans wear Western-style clothing, Kenya has a rich cultural heritage when it comes to dress. With more than 40 different ethnic groups living within the country's borders, this is...

African wild dogs were once a common sight across most of Africa, from scrublands and savannas to thin woodlands. Now, for a variety of reasons, the sight of a wild dog is much more rare. With a...

Benin is a country in Sub-Saharan West Africa. It was once called Dahomey before it came under French colonial jurisdiction. In 1960, after becoming independent, it joined the United Nations. Even...

Doing four off the top when you are playing spades is an Old School spades trick designed to give you and your partner the highest cards possible at that time.

Telling if people are lying can be simple if you know what to look for.

Knowing how to treat women while you visit Africa will depend upon the region in which you are traveling. In the northern part of the continent, the nations are primarily Arab, and you will need...

After what happened in the Garden of Eden, snakes and men have been mortal enemies. Snakes are afraid of smoke, but it is illegal in many U.S. states to light an open fire. You can be arrested for...

In many cultures, it's tradition to wear certain clothing to a special occasion, such as weddings, holidays or any day of significance. Kente cloths are worn in much the same manner. Developed in...

Miss Nigeria in America, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was founded as a result of the need to promote education and to seek global advancement for the Nigerian Woman. The title is a very...