Among the Mutua women (also known as Mwila or Mumuila) of Angola, it is a traditional custom to remove a few lower front teeth.This act has cultural and aesthetic significance within their community. In the past, the practice was associated with ethnic identity and beauty: it was considered a distinctive feature of Mutua women. It was a rite of passage: in some cases, the extraction marked the transition from childhood to adolescence. It was an ancestral tradition: maintained as a symbol of belo

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17K views · 305 reactions | Call for Female DJs ✨ We’re looking for a female DJ experience in Semba & Kizomba to join the 4th Edition of the Tribute to Three Generations.   How to apply: • Send a mix of 1-minute video of you playing. • Videos will be shared on our official pages. • The audience will vote to select the DJ. Submissions: October 1–10, 2025 Send your video via WhatsApp: +351 926039 074 | Angolan Dances | Facebook

Culture in the Streets of Angola 🇦🇴 Walking through Lubango, you quickly notice the striking presence of the Mwila (Mumuila) women, whose hairstyles and adornments are a powerful symbol of Angola’s living heritage. Their iconic red clay hair is crafted using oncula — a blend of crushed red stone, natural oils, herbs, and other organic materials. In Mwila culture, hairstyles are more than beauty; they communicate age, social status, and stages of womanhood. Each braid, bead, and layer of red pa

1.7M views · 18K reactions | The Himba women of Angola are renowned for their unique beauty: their skin and hair are coated with a mixture of ochre and butter, giving them a distinctive reddish hue, while elaborate braids and beaded adornments reflect their identity and status. Every detail of their appearance embodies tradition, art, and a connection to their ancestral culture. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas - Fotografía y Viajes. | Facebook

62K views · 1.1K reactions | The Ngendelengo women of northern Angola are known for their bun-shaped hairstyle, sculpted into a smooth, rounded form at the back of the head. Created using a mixture of ochre, butterfat, and carefully wound hair, the style is shaped and maintained with precision, giving it a solid, almost helmet-like appearance. #culture #tribe #africa #hair #braids | Unrestricted Borders | Facebook