1. Woven Baskets  Woven baskets have both a practical and aesthetic use in the home. Binga Baskets, handwoven in Zimbabwe using natural local materials, have intricate and often circular patterns due to the traditional weaving techniques used. Depending on the different techniques used, woven baskets can add both texture and pattern to your home. Example: https://basketly.co.za/products/binga-baskets 2. Textiles When it comes to African textiles, there are many styles and purposes – both functional and decorative. In West Africa, kente cloth is a brightly coloured fabric originally used to dress kings. Each element in this chequered-style pattern has a unique meaning…

“Each of us is as intimately attached to the soil of this beautiful country as are the famous jacaranda trees of Pretoria and the mimosa trees of the bushveld – a rainbow nation at peace with itself and the world.” – Nelson Mandela With over 60 million South Africans spread across 9 provinces, there are all sorts of cultures, races, and religions that exist in unity. The South African Constitution – established in 1994 – makes sure that each and every South African can enjoy the freedom and protection of their rights. Meet the People South Africa has 11 official…

One of the key motivations for us to set up Harambee Africa was to have a space where we could give people an insight into how African people actually live. This might seem like an unambitious target but, when you look at the media landscape today, you will notice that the world is starved of quality curated content about African lifestyle. The stories we are looking to share about African lifestyle will highlight the wonderful diversity and richness of life across the continent. From simple stories of how people across the continent socialise with their friends and family to behind…

We the founders, Eyob and Clive, created Harambee Africa after a discussion we had about the best holiday destinations in Africa. This conversation led us to the realisation that there was little or no promotion of all the wonderful travel and cultural experiences that were available on the continent and that our own travel experiences on the continent had only been undertaken because of our personal connections. We were both born in Africa but have spent a large part of our lives in the diaspora. However, both of us still retain a strong personal connection to the continent through friends…

Cuisine Features Ghanaian cuisine has vibrant flavours, bold spices, and a delightful blend of sweet, savoury, and tangy tastes. Some primary features include: Plantains Plantain is a versatile staple fruit that can be cooked in various ways, from fried to boiled or mashed. It mimics the conventional Western banana, although larger and not as sweet. Cassava This is a vital country crop. It is a starchy root vegetable in diverse culinary preparations, including fufu and banku. Rice This popular grain in Ghanaian cuisine is a foundation for jollof rice, fried rice, and waakye. Beans This nutritious legume plays a significant…

Let us introduce the Mesob to you: Whether it’s in modern urban households or in traditional tribal territory, many Ethiopians will eat their meals around a mesob. The mesob is a woven round wicker basket that may sit as high as a metre tall. It includes a top that may be removed to reveal a tray of food in the center. Each diner sits on a short stool called a barchuma, and everyone eats from the same tray of food. The mesob can also be used as a beautiful side table in modern loungerooms. Injera Thicker than a crepe and…