There is something special about having a real sense of belonging and a secure identity you can hold on to at any time. You can never tell how much you will miss something or someone until they are so far away, and all you have is just wishful thinking. This is why it’s important to stay connected to your African roots. You may have travelled to a home away from home, and now, you suddenly cherish that hug from someone you care about but cannot see. The touch and texture of the clothes you once wore brings back the nostalgia.
Music? You’ve heard the melody over and over again with dances you tried to mimic and finally realized how easily you learned to bend, twist and jump to every rhythm. The food. Let’s talk about the local dishes! You’ve discovered how each meal has a story. Most African foods have been known to cure ailments and are obviously not fast or easy to prepare, but the taste is unique and distinct from one to the other, healthy and colourful.
Culture. Some were born alienated from it. Most have left their heritage for the security of another land, while others walked away from it to pursue a competitive advantage in today’s world. Whichever category you fall into, one cannot deny the solemn call of home that gently beckons to us all. We know what that ultimately feels like, so we have curated ways to stay connected to your African roots from outside the continent. Regardless of which specific African country you are a part of, these suggestions will help when you apply them.
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