Tag: Shuwa
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Wushe-Wushe: A Prestigious Kanuri Tradition That Unites Families, Honor Brides

By Fatima Kambar Adam One of the most prominent Kanuri cultural practices in Kanem Borno is the tradition of “wushe wushe.” This phrase, best associated with weddings, is a concise way of expressing appreciation and welcome. Organically, it is used to welcome guests who have come to see the bride or to acknowledge the generosity…