African Culture Collection (page 6)

Detail of a Msai warriors ear ornaments and other beaded or metal adornments. The Msai practice of piercing ears in adolescence and gradually elongating the lobes is gradually dying out

During an eunoto ceremony when Msai warriors become junior elders, their heads are shaved and they daub themselves with white clay

A young Turkana man with a braided hairstyle

Nyangatom men their faces and bodies with stylised patterns using natural pigments obtained from chalk, ochre and crushed rock prior to a dance

A Dorze man sits outside his home smoking locally-grown tobacco using a traditional long-stemmed pipe. Living in highlands west of the Abyssinian Rift Valley

The Dorze people living in highlands west of the Abyssinian Rift Valley have a unique style of building their homes. The twenty-foot-high bamboo frame is covered with the sheaths of bamboo stems or

A Borana man at Mega in southern Ethiopia wears a phallic Kallaacha on his forehead. Made of cast aluminium and ivory or bone

Ethiopia, Southwest Ethiopia, Omo River. Sunset on the banks of the Omo River near a Dassanech village. Two dome-shaped granaries are just visible in the trees

Tangier, Morocco in the 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a view of Tangier, Morocco in the 19th Century

Map of Egypt, Darfur, and Abyssinia, lithograph, published in 1897
Map of Egypt, Darfur, and Abyssinia with separate map of the Nile Delta and Suez Canal. Lithograph, published in 1897

North Africa: Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia, lithograph, published in 1897
Topographic map of Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with the borders at the end of the 19th century. Lithograph, published in 1897

Map of formerly German colony East Africa, lithograph, published 1897
Map of the formerly German colony East Africa between 1885 and 1918, (present-day Burundi, Rwanda, and the mainland part of Tanzania). Lithograph, published in 1897

View from Ubumwe Grande Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda, Africa

Capital from the Hathor temple in Dendera
Illustration of a Capital from the Hathor temple in Dendera

Fisherman with his catch of fish in a traditional fishing boat, Santa Maria, Sal Island, Cape Verde, Atlantic, Africa

Colourful traditional local fishing boats on the beach at Santa Maria, Praia da Santa Maria, Sal Island, Cape Verde, Atlantic, Africa

Colourful traditional local fishing boat on the beach at Santa Maria, Praia da Santa Maria, Sal Island, Cape Verde, Atlantic, Africa

Ethnic map of Africa
Antique illustration of a ethnic map of Africa

Digital illustration of African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer), a large, horned bovid

Illustration of a Manyatta where a Msai family would live

Illustration of nomad and camel packed with goods

Clanwilliam Dam on the Olifants River with open flood gates, Clanwilliam, Western Cape, South Africa, Africa

Round huts in the countryside, Xhosa village, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Voodoo masks on local market Lome Voodoo Fetish Market, Lome, Togo

Witch doctor, Eldoret, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Two Datoga men participate in a mock stick fight. The Datoga (known to their Msai neighbours as the Mang ati and to the Iraqw as Babaraig) live in northern Tanzania and are primarily pastoralists

A Hadza hunter checks the straightness of a new arrow shaft
A Hadza hunter wearing the skins of a baboon and genet cat checks the straightness of a new arrow shaft, fledged with guinea fowl feathers.The Hadzabe are a thousand-strong community of

Datoga baby on his mothers back
A Datoga baby is carried in a leather carrier on his mothers back The traditional attire of Datoga women includes beautifully tanned and decorated leather dresses

The TAZARA railway
Built by the Peoples Republic of China in the 1960s, the TAZARA railway passes through some spectacular country to link Tanzanias main seaport at Dar-es-Salaam with Kapiri Mposhi in Northern Zambias

Women divide up a fish catch, Lake Rukwa
Women divide up a fish catch on the shores of Lake Rukwa in Southwest Tanzania. Lake Rukwa is a long, narrow lake lying in a basin of inland drainage southeast of Lake Tanganyika; it forms part of

Deep Msai wells at Loibor Serrit where cattle paths are cut deep into the soil to allow livestock nearer to the source of water

A Msai woman in traditional attire. The preponderance of white glass beads in her ornaments denotes that she is from the Kisongo section of the Msai, the largest clan group

The scene at a Msai manyatta south of Lake Natron
The scene at a Msai manyatta, or homestead, as the first rays of sun herald another scorching day in an arid part of northern Tanzania, south of Lake Natron

Msai youth with decorated face
Black clothing and the intricate white patterns on the face of this Msai youth of the Kisongo section signify his recent circumcision

Msai - old and new
Old and new. Dressed traditionally and carrying familiar wooden staff, two young men give hints that the lifestyle of younger Msai generations is changing gradually in Tanzania

Young Datoga man in a well
A young Datoga man helps to draw water for his familys livestock from a well on the east side of Lake Manyara. All young men wear strings of twisted yellow and light blue beads round their waists

A young Datoga boy
A young boy of the Datoga tribe crosses the plains east of Lake Manyara in Northern Tanzania. The Manyara escarpment (a western boundary wall of the Gregory Rift) is visible in the distance

Eateries operate from dusk until late at the Djemaa el Fnaa

A nomad sits in the desert and talks on his mobile phone. It should be noted that it is not always possible to recieve a signal

Old Religious Temple in Chinguetti

Mauritania, Brakna, Desert Guide

A Bara woman works in her paddy fields close to the Isalo National Park. Rice is the staple food of the Malagasy people. She has put on her face a paste made from the powdered seeds

A brightly-painted shop near the entrance to Isalo National Park at Ranohira. The innovative tailors dummies depicting lemurs attract park visitors to the shop

Fishermen launch their boat into the Atlantic Ocean at sunset

The architecture of the seaside town of Swakopmund on Namibias windswept Atlantic coast is distinctly Teutonic, reflecting the countrys colonial past as the Protectorate of German South-West Africa

A Himba mother and baby son relax outside their dome-shaped home. Their bodies gleam from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs

An innovative roadside craft stall owned by an Herero man near Twyfelfontein

An Herero man and two women ride home in a donkey cart. The elaborate dresses and unique hat styles of Herero women can be traced back to 19th century German missionaries who took exception to what

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of African Culture" Immerse yourself in the vibrant world as you wander through Aswan Souq, where various African masks are proudly displayed for sale. These intricate works of art offer a glimpse into the diverse traditions and beliefs that have shaped this ancient land. Escape to Neekreen near Buchanan, Liberia, and be captivated by the beauty of its pristine beach. Here, nature's splendor meets West Africa's enchanting coastline, inviting you to soak up the sun while embracing the rhythms of this captivating region. Trace history's footsteps with a lithograph city map of Alexandria from 1897. This fascinating artifact transports us back in time, reminding us of Egypt's rich heritage and its pivotal role as a cultural crossroads between Africa and beyond. Witness an awe-inspiring fresco at Keur Moussa Abbey Church in Senegal. Painted by Dom Georges Saget in 1963, it depicts the Presentation of Baby Jesus at the Temple—a testament to both African artistic talent and religious devotion. Engage in traditional pastimes like Kalah (Kalahari) or Mancala with locals in Moroni. This strategic game is deeply rooted in African heritage and offers a chance to connect with communities who cherish their customs passed down through generations. Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure across Masai Mara Game Reserve's golden plains against a backdrop of endless blue skies adorned with fluffy clouds. The vastness of this African savanna will leave you humbled by nature's grandeur. Marvel at digital illustrations showcasing Marabou Storks—majestic birds known for their pink gular sacks—intricately designed by talented artists who celebrate Africa’s unique wildlife diversity. Visit Nairobi National Park’s David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and witness heartwarming scenes as juvenile elephants roam freely under Kenya’s protective care. This sanctuary serves as a symbol not only of African conservation efforts but also the deep bond between humans and wildlife.