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Kwanzaa is non-religious, spiritual and cultural. The closest celebration it can be associated with is harvest festival since it reflects the reaping of crops and thanking the creator for a successful growing season. Indeed Kwanzaa means "first fruits of the harvest."

Beating out a familiar rhythm

Gifts are given at this time but they are mainly of an academic or spiritual nature so pens, notepads and bangles are the order of the day.

A time to reflect
At the same time the seven day celebration gives people the chance to look back on what they've achieved in the previous twelve months and what they want to do in the following year. It's also an opportunity to think about their African roots as well as their present day life.

It's no coincidence the festival period stretches from 26th December to January 1st since in Africa this week tends to cover harvesting time.

Finding self awareness