BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The day after Christmas is the first day of Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African-American culture that began in 1966. The second day of Kwanzaa symbolizes ...

"Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African ... Food for the day: Dates, figs and milk. Day 2: Kujichagulia, Self-determination Principle: To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ...

Each of the seven days of Kwanzaa is dedicated to a principle, which gives each day a specific meaning and purpose on which to focus. The seven principles are unity, self-determination ...

Kwanzaa has become a nationally recognized celebration of African culture and community in the United States since its founding in 1966 and also is celebrated in countries with large African ...

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – The first day of Kwanzaa has officially begun, kicking off a seven-day celebration of the African American culture and history. Kwanzaa always begins on Dec. 26 and is ...

Thursday was the first day of Kwanzaa, a week-long celebration of African American culture. To kick off the holiday, people gathered at the California Capitol. "Kwanzaa, it is just an amazing ...

Honoring African American heritage and its rich traditions, Kwanzaa is celebrated Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 with dinner feasts, music, dancing and the seven-day lighting of the kinara candles.

Christmas, Kwanzaa begins its week-long celebration of African history, values, family, community and culture. Here's what to know.