Kwanzaa is a noisy and cheerful holiday associated with traditional African rituals, drumming, music and dancing. However, its authenticity goes far beyond entertainment events. Read on to find out ...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wednesday might have been the first day of the new year ... Episcopal Church in Wilmington for the final day of Kwanzaa. Each day celebrates a different principle ...

According to Karenga, the name Kwanzaa derives from the Swahili phrase matunda ya kwanza, meaning ‘first fruits.’ First ...

ST. JOHN — A crowd dressed in colorful African wear, much of which was pink and green, gathered at Franklin Powell Park recently to celebrate the first day of Kwanzaa on St. John. Hosted by the ...

Here are the seven principles: “Imani” represents the last day of Kwanzaa, which falls on the first of January each year. If a person asks “Habari Gani?” the Swahili term for “What’s new?” another ...

It’s the sixth day of Kwanzaa and the sixth principle Kuumba, standing for creativity, was celebrated today at the Frank Johnson Recreation Center in Macon.

According to authorities, the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, along with the Burke County Sheriff's Office, responded to the 500 block of 8th Street in Waynesboro in reference to locating De'Narian ...

Discover the rich history and traditions of Kwanzaa, an African American holiday celebrating family, community and culture.

Much of Kwanzaa is inspired by elements of first fruits celebrations across the ... with seven named principles celebrated each day. The language of Kiswahili is used when celebrating Kwanzaa ...