For seven days leading up to his appearance, special rituals are performed to prepare for Okulu, allowing the people to witness his ekùú (sacred attire). Okulu’s last parade was over 75 years ago; he does not appear often, and rain is said to fall on the day of his emergence. In...
One of the smaller ethnic groups inKenya, but one of the most recognisable, the Maasai’s reputation worldwide belies its size, no small part thanks to their stunning attire: brilliant red cloth, extraordinarily intricate beadwork and – for young men – long, ochre-dyed hair. The beadwork ...
Through this process, local Sufi music has become commodified as a form of world music (El Asri and Vuillemenot 2010), and jellabas (a full robe with a hood) have become a typical attire for women and men within the globalised Traditional Islamic community. Indeed, while Fes is marketed ...
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Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for 2 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle the top with additional cardamom, if desired. Serves 6 to 8. 5 MEALTIME CUSTOMS Guests are polite and respectful when visiting a Tanzanian home. Loose-fitted clothing is appropriate attire, since most meals are...