Kwanzaa is a non-religious, cultural holiday celebrated worldwide among the African community. A celebration of family, community, and culture, Kwanzaa lasts from December 26 to January 1, a time which coincides with the first harvest celebrations of Africa. The holiday was created in the 1960s as a means to reaffirm and restore the African roots shared among African peoples and African descendents around the world.

Kwanzaa at SOS

An SOS mother and two SOS children embrace at the SOS village in Senegal

With 124 villages in 45 countries across the African continent and the far-reaching impact of SOS around the world, Kwanzaa is joyous time for many members of the SOS community who to reflect upon and celebrate their cultural history and traditions.

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Kwanzaa Cards

Send a free eCard courtesy of SOS or purchase SOS note cards to send to your family and friends.

Kwanzaa Recipe

African peanut soup

Make African peanut soup, a dish inspired by our villages in Africa.

View a recipe on how to make African peanut soup.