Many years of colonialism have not only disrupted the political and economic infrastructure of African states but have also brought on a sense of cultural alienation and identity disorientation. As ancient rituals die out, new ones emerge and flourish. Whether sharing a family breakfast or cycling to work, greeting the neighbour or taking a walk on the beach, taking selfies or going to a wild …
Many years of colonialism have not only disrupted the political and economic infrastructure of African states but have also brought on a sense of cultural alienation and identity disorientation. As ancient rituals die out, new ones emerge and flourish. Whether sharing a family breakfast or cycling to work, greeting the neighbour or taking a walk on the beach, taking selfies or going to a wild party, these daily rituals help to establish an identity in these complicated times of globalisation. Thus, by depicting themselves and their loved ones in the contexts of individual or family rituals, …
