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CELEBRATE KWANZAA DEC. 26. 2025 TO JAN. 1, 2026

CELEBRATE KWANZAA DEC. 26. 2025 TO JAN. 1, 2026

 CELEBRATE KWANZAA DEC. 26. 2025 TO JAN. 1, 2026

Kwanzaa (/ˈkwɑːnzə/) is an annual celebration of African-American culture from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu, usually on the sixth day. It was created by activist Maulana Karenga based on African harvest festival traditions from various parts of West, East, as well as Southeast Africa. Kwanzaa was first celebrated in 1966. Twenty-first-century estimates place the number of Americans who celebrate Kwanzaa between 500,000 and 2,000,000. Many African Americans who celebrate Kwanzaa do so in addition to observing Christmas. 

Kwanzaa is celebrated in several African countries and within the African diaspora. While it primarily originated in the United States, it has gained popularity and is observed in various African nations.   Notable celebrations include:
Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya: These countries also celebrate Kwanzaa, reflecting its global reach and cultural significanc
Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday that honors African heritage and is celebrated in many ways across these countries and   communities. 
 
 
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