Kwanza begins today

Kwanza had its first of seven days today. The holiday began in 1966 with the objective of celebrating family and culture in the African-American community. Seven candles are lit each night of Kwanza

News 12 Staff

Dec 27, 2013, 1:25 AM

Updated 3,952 days ago

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Kwanza had its first of seven days today.

The holiday began in 1966 with the objective of celebrating family and culture in the African-American community.

Seven candles are lit each night of Kwanza for one week to highlight the seven principles of the holiday, including unity, creativity and faith.