African American weddings are not the same as American weddings but a mixture of both traditions. From jumping the broom, which is an African tradition, to a couples’ first dance which is more of an ...

You’ve probably all seen the surprise Beyoncé surprise wedding dance video that went viral recently. No, Beyoncé wasn’t in it, but the dance was to Destiny’s Child “Cater To You.” Dancing at weddings ...

I’ve written about and performed the well-known and beloved African-American wedding ritual of ‘jumping the broom.’ Just to recap, it comes from the time when slaves, who were not allowed to marry, ...

As 2013 sees the trend towards destination weddings continue unabated, Africa has become the ultimate destination for romantics. African weddings are becoming increasingly popular the world over, ...

The moment of truth for Ivan Arinaitwe came when he had to choose among many relatives and friends whom to invite to his wedding. An initial 150 people swelled to 300 as he agonized. No matter how he ...

April (bridal) showers bring May flowers (in beautiful arrangements). It’s wedding season! Instead of things old, new, borrowed, and blue, a variety of cultures from all over Africa have their own ...

Nolen and Janna traveled to South Africa for their intimate wedding. The ceremony was held at Camp Jabulani, and Janna's aisle was anything but ordinary — it was a line of 12 elephants. The couple, ...

African weddings are renowned for their grandeur, and cultural flair. They are a celebration of love, family, and community and are often accompanied by a steep price tag. From the bustling city of ...

KAMPALA, Uganda — The moment of truth for Ivan Arinaitwe came when he had to choose among many relatives and friends whom to invite to his wedding. An initial 150 people swelled to 300 as he agonized.