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1. TABLE CLOTH/ THE BLACK NATIONAL FLAG (BENDERA). 2. MKEKA - Straw Mat/ Symbolizes our African traditions and history.  3. KINARA - Candle Holder (for seven candles)/Symbolizes the continent of Africa, our place of origin and roots. 4. MISHUMAA SABA - Seven Candles (1 BLACK, 3 RED, 3 GREEN)/Symbolize the seven principles of Kwanza. 5. MAZAO - Crops/ Symbolize the historical roots of Kwanza as a harvest-type/first fruits celebration. 6. MUHUNDI OR VIBUNZI - Ears of corn (at least one)/Symbolize the offspring the children. 7. KIKOMBI CHA UMOJA - Unity Cup/Symbolizes the First Principle of Kwanza and is used for pouring libation. 8. NGUZO SABA POSTER - The Seven Principles Poster/Symbolize the key role they play in kwanza. 9. ZAWADI - Gifts (African history-cultural books and/or heritage symbols) Symbolize the key role of education and culture in Kwanza. 10.GREEN PLANTS - Symbolize the "oneness" between Africans and Nature. 11.OTHER DECORATIONS EMPLOYING THE AFRICAN MOTIF (ART PIECES, CANDLES, FLAGS, PICTURES) AND OUR NATIONAL COLORS (RED, BLACK & GREEN) can be used for creating an Afrocentric atmosphere throughout the home. HOTEP!
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Kwanzaa Symbols
