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Kwanzaa celebration
First celebrated in 1966, activist Maulana Karenga founded Kwanzaa. The name Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili word for “first,” inspired by the start of the harvest season and harvest traditions in Africa. Karenga wanted to establish a holiday for African Americans to honour their African heritage and cultural connections. Kwanzaa festivities start on 26 December and run for seven days. Symbols and rituals mark each day. Swahili is the language used to name the principles- nguzo Saba.
During the holiday, families and communities organize activities around the nguzo saba ( The seven principles):
- Ujima( Collective work and Responsibility),
- Ujamaa(Cooperative Economics),
- Nia(Purpose),
- Kuumba(Creativity),
- Imani(Faith).
- Umoja (Unity)
- Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
Participants also celebrate with feasts (Karamu), music, dance, poetry, and narratives, and end the holiday with a day dedicated to reflection and recommitment to the seven Principles and other central cultural values.
