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Let's decolonise ourselves by reigniting unique traditions

Merille elders from the Ethiopian community in South Omo plait their hair as a traditional way to conserve their culture. [Lucas Ngasike, Standard]

Because this is the season when our sons and daughters are getting married, I have had the privilege of participating in numerous marriage related cultural events crossing many of our cultures.

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