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Malcolm X College Begins Performances, Marketplace For Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa started the day after Christmas Thursday, and lasts seven days. Each day represents a principle.

(CBS Chicago)

December 27, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Malcolm X College kicked off performances and a special marketplace Thursday in celebration of Kwanzaa, an annual celebration of African American culture.

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Kwanzaa started the day after Christmas Thursday, and lasts seven days. Each day represents a principle.

The seven principles are Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and (Imani) faith.

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