In West Africa, the yam is a symbol of life, prosperity, and heritage. Celebrated through festivals like Nigeria’s New Yam Festival, it represents gratitude to the ancestors and the earth. When Africans were enslaved and brought to the Americas, they could not grow yams, so they turned to the sweet potato as a substitute. That is why African Americans still call sweet potatoes “yams” today, a quiet way of remembering home and honoring African roots. Check out my YouTube channel. Link in bio. | S
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In West Africa, the yam is a symbol of life, prosperity, and heritage. Celebrated through festivals like Nigeria’s New Yam Festival, it represents gratitude to the ancestors and the earth. When Africans were enslaved and brought to the Americas, they could not grow yams, so they turned to the sweet potato as a substitute. That is why African Americans still call sweet potatoes “yams” today, a quiet way of remembering home and honoring African roots. Check out my YouTube channel. Link in bio. | S
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1.3K views · 14 reactions | Energetic African Youth Traditional Dance in Igbo New Yam Culture A vibrant celebration of Igbo heritage, this video showcases young, energetic dancers performing traditional dances in a Nigerian village. The rhythmic movements and colorful attire reflect the joy and significance of the New Yam Festival, a cultural event marking the harvest of the yam crop. | Igbo Heritage TV | Facebook
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