SOUTH LOS ANGELES — The 48th edition of what organizers say is the world’s oldest Kwanzaa parade was held Dec. 26, marking ...

Kwanzaa begins that day after Christmas — Thursday, Dec. 26 — and runs through Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. Is Kwanzaa a federal holiday? Kwanzaa is not recognized as an official federal holiday, which ...

Runners from the Jolly Jester Jaunt 5K peruse food stalls before parades start Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024, in the Strand district ...

The Lowcountry wrapped up seven days of celebrating Kwanzaa on Wednesday, joining millions worldwide in reflecting on the continuous significance of African heritage.

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

Habari Gani? What’s the News? Nia It’s Day 5 of Kwanzaa. Today’s principle? Nia, which is Swahili for Purpose. Nia means To ...

Kwanzaa celebrations offer a reprieve for Black District residents amidst crime and legal troubles. The seven principles of ...

No Arena holiday carolers light menorah in Chinatown; Kwanzaa celebration in Old City Holiday celebrations continued throughout the city over the past week. Christmas Day was the first day of Hanukkah ...

Habari Gani? What’s the News? Ujamaa Ujamaa is day 4 of Kwanzaa, which is Swahili for Cooperative Economics. The principle ...

New Year's Eve is one of the busiest times of the year for local fireworks stores. But there are a few safety tips that can ...

Sabin CDC was formed in 1991 to address the housing needs of African Americans impacted by gentrification. While the center has celebrated Kwanzaa in the past, this year was its second hosting the ...

Kwanzaa has become a nationally recognized celebration of African culture and community in the United States since its ...