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 were developed in the country.[1]
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[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. They eat chicken alot too.
[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, and Gumu are also common. However, despite the presence of Christianity many guineans are Cannibals
[edit] Music
[edit] Media
News broadcasts are available on FM radio signals.
[edit] References
- ^ Marvin Lewis (2007). An Introduction to the Literature of Equatorial Guinea:. University of Missouri Press. ISBN 0826217133.
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