Burundi—meaning “Land of Upright People”—has rich cultural traditions rooted in the intertwined histories of the Hutu, Tutsi, and Twa communities. The culture relies heavily on oral storytelling, ritual dance, poetry, and communal celebration rooted in centuries of common heritage rather than strictly ethnic differences. Drumming and dance play central roles. The Royal Drummers of Burundi […]
Editorial credit: NoyanYalcin / Shutterstock.com Burkina Faso (meaning “Land of Upright People”) has a rich tapestry of Mossi, Gurmanché, Dyula, Bissa, Fula, and San/Khoisan ethnic traditions across roughly 60 languages. Culture centers on mask traditions, ritual dance, oral expression, and vibrant regional festivals like the FESTIMA Mask Festival in Dédougou and FESPACO, Africa’s largest film […]
