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You are not African, but for some reason, you own African masks. And the big question is: why? People often reach out to me with stories like this. Someone who isn’t African receives a mask as a gift, keeps it, and turns it into decoration. I recently heard from someone named Justin who was given…
Culture: Marriage in Africa
A man saw a girl he liked, got acquainted and one day, he asked her to marry him. She agreed and received an engagement ring from him at once. Later that night, his phone rang. It was the girl’s father. He wanted to know if his daughter truly got engaged without his permission. He summoned…
What It Means to Own an African Mask Outside Africa
Owning an African mask outside its place of origin is not inherently wrong—but it does come with responsibility. African masks were created within specific cultural systems. When they leave those systems, their meaning does not vanish. It changes. Understanding that change is the key to owning an African mask respectfully, confidently, and without fear. This…
Why African Masks have horns?
I have had to answer the question, why do African masks have horns? Is it a sign of evil or good. In this article, I will discuss the depths of African masks and what they mean for you especially if you possess an African mask with horns. You might be in the market for an…
Every Traditional African Mask You Should Know!
Africa, a continent of unparalleled cultural richness and diversity, has gifted the world with an extraordinary legacy of artistic expression. Among its most iconic and profound creations are traditional African masks—sacred objects that transcend mere aesthetics to embody spirituality, history, and identity. For centuries, these masks have played pivotal roles in rituals, ceremonies, and storytelling,…
