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Ala Igbo, the Land of the Igbo, is a region rich in history, cultural depth, and enduring community life. European regimes called them 'ungovernable,' but the Igbo are shaped by centuries of self-governance and creative expression. At its spiritual core is Ala, the earth goddess, who represents not only fertility and order but also the moral foundation of society itself. …
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The Khoekhoe trace their origins, with archaeological evidence, as far back as 40,000 years.Today, they number about 1 million, and live in Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa.
Historically, they have had to face pressure for expanding Bantu communities and repressive European colonists.
The arrival of …
ihere adịghị eme onye ara kama o na-eme umunne ya
the madman feels no shame; the shame falls on their family
madman refers to lazy/unproductive people and the shame it causes their families
View ProverbsMay. 11, 2007
Highlife Musician, Chief Osita Osadebe, Dies Aged 71
Born in Atani, Anambra, Stephen Osita Osadebe (Born 3/11/1936) would go on to be the leader in Igbo highlife music. In 1984, he released the iconic track "Osondi Owendi." In 1999, he released the album "Kedu America." Osadebe performed from 1958 to 2007.
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