Eswatini is a constitutional absolute monarchy with a rich cultural heritage centered around the Swazi (Nguni) people, who comprise the overwhelming majority of the population. Key cultural highlights include: Traditional festivals: Umhlanga (Reed Dance) —an annual ceremony celebrating young women’s solidarity and chastity. Incwala (Kingship Ceremony) —a sacred rite tied to Swazi identity and monarchy. […]
Eritrea is home to nine ethnic groups, with the Tigrinya (~50%) and Tigre (~30%) constituting the majority. Others include Afar, Saho, Kunama, Nara, Bilen, and Beja, each with distinct languages, customs, music, and rituals. Cultural expression is deeply rooted in communal ceremonies like the iconic coffee ceremony, symbolic of hospitality and social unity. Music and […]
Equatorial Guinea, a small Central African nation with a population of about 1.6 million, is one of Africa’s most oil-rich countries on a per-capita basis. While its economic history is deeply tied to hydrocarbons, the government is actively encouraging economic diversification and foreign direct investment (FDI) in agriculture, tourism, and mining. For African-American investors seeking […]
Egypt is the cradle of civilization, with over 5,000 years of documented cultural heritage—from the pyramids and hieroglyphs to Alexandria’s intellectual legacy. It has historically influenced Europe, Africa, and Asia through art, religion, science, and literature. Modern Egyptian culture features iconic music genres like Arabic pop, shaabi, and belly dance (raqs sharqi), and a dominant […]