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Kwanzaa still relevant today »

By Akilah Bolden-Monifa, December 22, 2009

The word "Kwanzaa" itself means "first fruits" in Swahili. It has seven principles: unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith.read more


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Kwanzaa is more relevant than ever in recession »

By Starita Smith, December 22, 2008

The seven-day Afrocentric holiday from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 is a period of rededication to basic principles we can all embrace. Some are especially relevant for surviving a deep recession.read more


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