Created by activist Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is observed December 26th through January 1st with each day has a significant meaning. The fourth day is UJAMAA, which means COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS.

Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday, like Cinco de Mayo, the Day of the Dead and the Fourth of July. It is not tied to any religion. “Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but a cultural one with an ...

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Dozens of people gathered in Jackson Hall at Saint Marks Episcopal Church in Wilmington for the final day of Kwanzaa. Each day celebrates a different principle of Kwanzaa, with the final day ...

“It helps make you who you are as a person.” Kwanzaa is on display and celebrated every day in the Melton home. “Kwanzaa is meant to be recognized all year long and not thought about one ...

Honoring African American heritage and its rich traditions, Kwanzaa is celebrated Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 with dinner feasts, music, dancing and the seven-day lighting of the kinara candles.

Christmas, Kwanzaa begins its week-long celebration of African history, values, family, community and culture. Here's what to know.