An old man sits on a bench outside his compound. He is the last person in his village who knows the full praise poem of his lineage. It takes him almost an hour to recite. Nobody has recorded it. When he goes, it goes with him. Now think of a mask carved by his grandfather….
Let’s talk about libation to the ancestors and how different African tribes perform it especially in the Igbo culture. Libations are a very popular practice from around the world. Do you have libations in your culture? Is libation to the ancestors a practice you identify with and indulge in? Keep exploring Scarification and Body Modifications…
You maybe an arts collector and wonder how to keep your masks in a good shape. In this video, I provide some insights into caring for your masks and other related artifacts. Keep exploring Exposing the SECRETS of The Kumpo Masked Dance Scarification and Body Modifications in Africa | Talk Africa with Michael Ukwuma Inside…
Let us embark on an extraordinary journey to uncover the captivating world of African masks and explore their deep spiritual significance. In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the mysteries that these masks hold, revealing the profound connections they have with African spirituality, culture, and traditions. About this video Join us as we unveil the…
Egwu Mmonwu is the dance of the spirits that you will find in most Igbo celebrations such as iri ji ofu also known as the New Yam Festival. The clips showed here were taken at Iji Nike in Enugu, Nigeria. About this video Transcript: Masquerades are a lot of things to different people and play…
Join Michael Ukwuma on Talk Africa as he delves into the fascinating world of Scarification and Body Modifications in Africa, a crucial aspect of African history and culture. In this documentary, we explore the extreme body modification practices that are an integral part of various African cultures, including the significance of scarification as a rite…
New: the 2nd edition of Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks is out now. Get the book → Several protective rituals documented in this book ask an initiate to carry a symbol or wear a mask that represents a guarding spirit. The Bulu, who occupy the border region between Cameroon and Gabon…
My book, Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks, reveals the ancestral secrets and ritual purposes that the art world often ignores. About this video Exposing the SECRETS of The Kumpo Masked Dance! 🌍✨ Dive into the mesmerising world of the Kumpo Masked Dance, a captivating cultural tradition of the Jola people from…
Traditional African Masks: spiritual powers and hidden meanings (part 2) Keep exploring 20 MINUTES AND HE JUST WON’T STOP! | Igbo cultural Dance Do Nudist Cultures in Africa Still Exist? The Truth About Traditional African Masks and Their Use Watch more on SEVICS | AFRICAN MASK TV. Beyond the wall: the spiritual side of African…
Traditional African Masks: everything you should know (part 1) is the first in the series of videos on African Masks that will reveal information about the facts, history, making, significance and use of various types of African masks. Some of the questions this video will answer include: what are African masks? What are African masks…
Here are shocking nudist African cultures that will never change, or maybe they will. In this video, we explore how Africans perceive nudist cultures and how they have been influenced by western civilizations. About this video This video is part of the series #TalkAfricawithMichaelUkwuma #Nudist #NakedAfrica Keep exploring 20 MINUTES AND HE JUST WON’T STOP!…
Witness a powerful traditional African dance performance captured live during a cultural event. This display highlights the endurance and rhythmic precision of the performer. About this video This video documents a mesmerizing African masquerade taking place in an outdoor setting. The performer, adorned in vibrant traditional attire featuring a green wrap and yellow leg coverings,…