What are some special sayings in Kwanzaa?
What are some special sayings in Kwanzaa?
“Habari Gani! “Heri za Kwanzaa!” (Swahili for “Happy Kwanzaa!”). “Sending warm wishes for a joyful Kwanzaa!”. “Thinking of you during Kwanzaa and sending happy wishes your way!”. “May this Kwanzaa be an especially meaningful one for your whole beautiful family.”. “Joyous Kwanzaa!
Is it correct to say Happy Kwanzaa?
During the seven days of Kwanzaa, the common greeting, aside from “Happy Kwanzaa” and “Joyous Kwanzaa” is to say, “Habari Gani” which is Swahili for, “What is the news?” The proper response is to state which of the seven principles is being celebrated that day.
What is the official greeting of Kwanzaa?
The greeting for each day of Kwanzaa is Habari Gani?, which is Swahili for “How are you?”
Is Kwanzaa a Black thing?
Kwanzaa was created for and is celebrated by Black Americans. Although it waned in popularity following its peak during the 1980s and 1990s, the holiday is still annually celebrated by millions of Americans. It is also celebrated by Black people in Canada and the Caribbean.