Culture of Equatorial Guinea

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Equatorial Guinea's culture on the mainland is heavily entrenched in ancient rituals and songs. This is especially true for the Fang while on the capital island of Bioko has largely been influenced by Spanish customs and traditions during the colonial period. During the colonial period education and health services was developed in the country.

Contents 1 Traditions 2 Religion, race, and language 3 Music 4 Dance and theatre 5 Art 6 Literature 7 Sports 8 Media 9 Food and drink 10 Symbols 11 See also 12 References 13 External links

[edit] Traditions

Many Bubi farmers still hold to their ancient customs. One of the countries most famous celebrations is the abira which is believed to cleanse the community of evil. The balélé dance is performed along the coast throughout the year and on Bioko around Christmas.

[edit] Religion, race, and language

Most people in the country are nominally Christian while predominantly practice a combination of Roman Catholicism and pagan practice.

Spanish and French are the official languages of the country while pidgin English, Fang, Bubi, Ibo are also common.

[edit] Music

Main article: Music of Equatorial Guinea

[edit] Dance and theatre

[edit] Art

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[edit] Sports

[edit] Media

News broadcasts are available on FM radio signals.

[edit] Food and drink

Many eat traditional Guinea and African food. Some eat French food, however and the popularity is rapidly growing.

[edit] Symbols

[edit] See also

• Equatorial Guinea
• Equatorial Guinea national football team
• List of writers from Equatorial Guinea

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[edit] External links