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Kwanzaa, Kwanzaa celebrations, Kwanzaa around the country, Kwanzaa 2024, theGrio.com
December 26, 2024
From the lighting of the world’s largest kinara to soul food dinners and more, we’ve gathered how the country is…
Kwanzaa, What is Kwanzaa, theGrio.com
December 26, 2024
Kwanzaa, a seven-day communal event reinforcing self-determination and unity in the face of oppression, spans December 26 through New Year’s…
New Year’s Day, New Year's Resolutions, Kwanzaa, Kwanzaa principles, Imani (Faith), Faith and Spirituality, Black Pentecostal tradition, Christianity, COGIC, theGrio.com
December 31, 2023
As we wrap up Kwanzaa and prepare to embark on a new year, the history and traditions of New Year's…
December 29, 2023
Democratic Kansas Governor Laura Kelly said racism has no place there at a Kwanzaa event she hosted Wednesday at the…
December 27, 2023
On this day, we pledge to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.
December 26, 2023
How do we celebrate Umoja? Tatianna Mott explains the history and significance of Kwanzaa's Umoja and what it means to…
A family lighting the black Kwanzaa candle
December 26, 2023
Throughout history, Black people have demonstrated the power and effectiveness of working together to grow their communities.
A family lighting the black Kwanzaa candle
December 26, 2022
"If we don’t know about culture, Kwanzaa educates us. If we forget our culture, Kwanzaa reminds us," says Rev. Mark…
A family celebrates Kwanzaa
December 26, 2022
While there are plenty of Kwanzaa-specific bops out there at your disposal, here are some jams in the spirit of…
budget-friendly Kwanzaa gifts theGrio.com
December 25, 2022
If you prefer to exchange gifts during Kwanzaa rather than Christmas, here are 10 Black-owned gift options under $50.
November 27, 2022
“The Kwanzaa Menu,” hosted by food scholar Tonya Hopkins, is the network’s first series centered around the seven-day holiday.
November 16, 2022
The Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara, reportedly the largest one in the world, will be 30 feet tall with candles topped…
January 1, 2022
On the last and seventh day of Kwanzaa we celebrate Imani or faith, which helps sustain our communities in times…
December 31, 2021
On Day 6 of Kwanzaa, we celebrate the principle of Kuumba, which means creativity that we can incorporate more into…
December 30, 2021
On Dec. 30 the 5th day of Kwanzaa is celebrated. The principle we honor on that day is the principle…
Tulsa Commemorates 100th Anniversary Of Tulsa Race Massacre
December 29, 2021
On the fourth day of Kwanzaa, Ujamaa, or cooperative economics, is the principle being celebrated by encouraging people to prosper…
December 27, 2021
On the second day of Kwanzaa, the practice of Kujichagulia or self-determination is the focus: defining, creating and speaking for…
Performers Rehearse For Kwanzaa Festival
December 26, 2021
On the first day of Kwanzaa, Umoja, or Unity is celebrated with acts of community, kindness and togetherness.
December 25, 2021
The African-American holiday known as Kwanzaa is based in African principles of unity and self-determination.
December 21, 2021
Here are five games you can play with your family during gatherings through the Christmas and Kwanzaa holiday season.