By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor
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Unlike most holidays, Kwanzaa has neither religious nor political origins. Rather, it was the invention of one man, Dr. Maulana Karenga of Los Angeles, who saw it as a way for African-Americans to reaffirm their ancestors and their culture. The celebration takes place from December 26 through January 1 and focuses on traditional African values of family, community responsibility, commerce and self-improvement.
eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor