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Chrisean Rock lost her front tooth during an altercation between her and Blueface’s Baby mama, Jaidyn Alexis. The duo were involved in a fight where Rock hit her face on the ground, and her front tooth came off. Chrisean Rock is an American singer/rapper, dancer, and social media sensation. She is known for hit songs like Rainy Days, Word to My Brother, and most recently Vibe, which has more than...

Sydney Sweeney is a -year-old actress with a height of 5 feet 3 inches/1.61m and weight of 119 pounds or 54kg.  Sydney, who once suffered from body dysmorphia almost all her life, is definitely in a better place now. According to her, going nude as Cassie Howard in the teen drama show Euphoria has been a liberating experience for her. She is now more confident in her skin and in...

How tall is Anya Taylor-Joy? Anya Taylor-Joy's height and weight are 5 feet and 7 inches tall (or 169 cm or 1.69 meters)  and about 55 kilograms respectively. Anya has had to undergo what many consider as extreme weight loss to feature in some film and television roles that she has starred in over the past couple of years. Her fans and the media have also noticed that her face...

Sotho traditional dresses have become very popular in recent times. This is largely due to the fact that the traditional attires have been revamped to suit modern trends. Both ladies and guys can now rock various Sotho prints in fashionable ways. More so, it has become trendy to blend the Sotho prints with modern fabrics to produce flattering wedding outfits as well for both males and females. Sotho Traditional Attire...

Afrikaans is a language that is indigenous to about 10 million people in different countries of southern Africa, from South Africa to Botswana, some parts of Namibia and Zimbabwe. Afrikaans words and slangs are predominantly a blend of the African culture and the English language. It would interest you to know that this language is closely related to Dutch, and to an extent German as well. More so, Afrikaans...

Cornrows are a traditional African braiding method in which the hair is braided very near to the scalp in a continuous, elevated row, employing an underhand, upward motion. Cornrows are commonly worn in basic, straight lines, but they can also be dressed in intricate geometric or curved shapes. There are several cornrow Afro hairstyles that can be rocked in different ways. Moreover, Cornrows remain one of the most versatile ways...

Short haircuts are loved by black women for a lot of reasons and the fact that they are easy to manage tops the list. More so, choosing the appropriate short haircut has a rejuvenating effect on women, especially older women as it can shed off up to 15 years from their age. So, if you want to rock a simple but classy look, opt for short haircuts this season...

Pedi is a language spoken in Northern or Eastern Transvaal in Southern Sothos, a Sotho group in Southern Africa, and naming children in Pedi is both a cultural and linguistic phenomenon. The meaning attached to Pedi names plays a significant role in the definition of "personhood". It is speculated that a given name does not only serve as an identity but also determines the type of person the individual will...

Venda traditional attire is designed to suit different outings and occasions, including customary outings for ladies or gentlemen. Venda clothing was originally made from animal skin gotten from hunting but that has changed over time with the help of civilization and modernization. South Africa is undoubtedly one of the countries on the continent with a rich cultural heritage; from food, to dance, cultural rites and ceremonies to clothing/dressing. From the...

One of the bedrock of African culture is the rich and diverse outfits synonymous with the continent and Eswatini or Swazi people are not exempted. Like many things, the evolution of the dressing of the Swazi or Swati people has been constant while retaining elements of the tradition. A lot of the attires have been modernized to suit the current fashion while maintaining the originality of the distinct colors...

Genius Kadungure, popularly known as Ginimbi was one of Zimbabwean richest socialists and businessmen. He was popular for his extravagant lifestyle and flair for everything good that money could buy and this included houses and automobiles. His house in Domboshava village is said to be worth millions of dollars. His love and taste for cars were evident in the collection he had in his garage during his lifetime. He had...

Tattooing is a very common practice today. It is one of the most common ways people express their love or loyalty to others, things, ideas, and or certain beliefs. Getting a tattoo of something or a person simply signifies love for, pride in, loyalty to, or what it represents. Most celebrities have tattoos on a part or most parts of their bodies, and they have become tattoo influencers. Although a...

African braids have always been known to be beautiful on women of all races. This braiding comes in different styles of hairdo, ranging from cornrows to box braids, knotless braids, and many more. In recent times, African braids have been trending; millions of women now prefer to lock their hair up in braids as against fixing weave-on or carrying their natural hair. The advantages of braiding the hair are quite...

When it comes to traditional ceremonies, everyone wants to look their best. No one wants to be left behind and that is why people often seek out the best attire to fit the occasion they are attending. Each traditional group makes special fabrics with unique colors which have significant meanings. With regards to this, Ndebele traditional attire and dresses have unique elements that will make you stand out and...

The traditional attire and dresses of the Sepedi are among the most vibrant of all South African tribes. It is made of bright colors that are said to signify happiness. The Sepedi women used to wear front (ntepa) and back (lebole) aprons made from strips of animal product, but this is no longer common. Also, the men wore vibrant colored kilts in ancient times. Now, they wear bright-colored shirts and...

When it comes to culture and tradition, the Igbo tribe, one of the most populous and major tribes in Nigeria, is known for its rich cultural heritage, which is highly reflected and showcased by the indigenes through their social life. One of those important areas of social life is their Igbo traditional attire for men and women. We selected the best and finest list of Igbo traditional attire you...

As it is for other cultures around the world, Venda names are very important to their bearers and the process of naming a child among the Venda people is a very serious one that holds quite a lot of significance. For the record, the Venda, also known as the VhaVenda or Vhangona people, are a Southern African Bantu people living mostly near the South African-Zimbabwean border. Like other South African...

Oftentimes, African women find themselves in a dilemma when it comes to their natural hair. Sometimes, the texture can be very difficult or the length may not be enough for that particular hairstyle that you've been longing for. Other issues may come from your hair texture and its ability to be braided into different styles. A small frustrated group may decide to just cut the hair and save themselves...

Right from time immemorial, the Tswana people are known for their deep and strong affection for their cultural heritage, and one of the major ways through which they express this is in their fashion styles and different Tswana traditional attire. The shweshwe is one of the major and choice fabrics used by the Tswana people for making their unique Tswana traditional attire. Let's get to know the best 42 Shweshwe...

Traditional weddings have been an important aspect of the South African socio-cultural value system right from ancient times, and the people hold it in high esteem. They strongly believe in its role as a social factor that upholds their society. Traditional wedding, particularly among the Tswana people, has always been glamorous, colorful, and eventful with numerous Tswana traditional wedding dresses and attire to choose from for the special day....

Braids originated in Africa and date as far back as the first humans that were found on the continent. Braids were used to showcase tribes, social status, and cultural groups in Africa. During the trans Atlantic slave trade, braids were used as escape maps. Egyptian mummies that date up to thousands of years were found with braided extensions on their hair. There are different types of braids in Africa; cornrows,...

South Africa is a multicultural society with a total of 11 official languages, of which Sotho is one. Most language sects in SA are riddled with several dialectal differences and Sotho is not an exception. It boasts of three dialectal differences, including sePedi (Northern Sotho) eShweshwe (this means seSetho, south Setho, or sa Borwa), seTswana (Tswana: seKgatla). For political reasons, these three dialects are considered as three distinct languages but...

When it comes to fashion and hairstyles, Africans have, over the years, used their appearances to make a statement, mostly asserting and celebrating their rich cultural heritage. Dreadlocks, which used to have a negative connotation in the media, have evolved to become one of the quintessential looks of both men and women. South African dreadlocks styles are now on the list of hairstyles to look out for. With the emergence...

Straight-up hairstyles are quite common among African ladies. In the Nigerian context, this hairstyle is referred to as Shuku and it comes in several variants. However, there are a few general rules for making Shuku. A hairstylist who is experienced in the field would divide the entire hair into four quadrants; starting from the center of the forehead, the hair is partitioned down to the middle of the neck...

South African reality television star, MaMkhize, is the owner of one of the finest houses in the country located in the La Lucia area of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal province. This multi-million rand home is more than just a house as it features a teenage entertainment pad, a showroom for an impressive fleet of automobiles, and several other exterior embellishments. Now, the content of that automobile showroom is a tale worth...