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on January 13, 2018

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Art display at the ICAF 2017 Berlin by The Junkman From Africa!

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Weird Cultures: Destination Namibia

Photo credit: Suresh Krishna In Northern Namibia, there are about 50,000 people living in the Kunene and Omusati regions. They are nomads whose activities includes men hunting for a long period at a time while the women mainly milk their cows and take care of their children. One’s wealth is usually estimated by how many cows owned. Their bodies are covered by a paste call Otjize which gives their skin a distinctive red colour. As well as being decorative, this prevents insect bites and it’s a native sun screen. Photo credit: Trevor Cole/Barcroft Images In regards matrimony, polygamy is often practiced. Early marriages are the norm where girls are married off by their fathers as soon as they get to puberty. But, one of the most interesting thing about the Ovahimba and Ovazimba tribes in these regions is an age long culture called Okujepisa Omukazendu . This tradition has defied all forms of westernization and its influences. ...

Ndebele culture of South Africa

The culture of the Ndebele people is widely known for the skill of their women who are very artistic in producing vibrant colour designs. Such great skills are passed from mother to daughter and include very distinct and beautiful beadworks. The Ndebele woman wears neck rings and traditional blankets that are also very colourful. The Tradition food of the Ndebele’s is Maize known as pap. Assorted meats like chicken, beef, lamb and vegetables are added to it. # ICAF2017 is an event not to miss this October in Germany! An array of different cultures coming your way! More details shortly

BELGIUM FOOD CULTURE

Belgium is widely known for its Chocolate, Waffles, fries, beer and chocolates which has proven to be one of Belgium’s major tourism. Chocolate factories and a chocolate museum are a must see tour while you are in Belgium. Cuisines have also influenced by neighboring France, Germany and Netherlands.

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