By JEMEDARI Mwanawakiume
When Islam asked for modesty, each region it spread to responded with either a head wrap that they believed represented it best or a as different styling of their cultural dress. However, because of the Arabization and anti-blackness, the traditional head wraps that doubled as hijab in most African countries were not considered hijab.
Now, turbans and head wraps that don’t cover your neck may have become trendy, as they’re worn by many hijabi bloggers and fashionistas, but their roots are wholly African.
Muslim Girl decided to make a video showing these hijab styles from different African countries and we think you should watch it! It moves along countries like Nigeria, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Ghana and Cameroon to mention but a few.
A hijab is a veil that covers the head and chest.
It is particularly worn by some Muslim women beyond the age of puberty in the presence of adult males outside of their immediate family and non-Muslim women. |
When Islam asked for modesty, each region it spread to responded with either a head wrap that they believed represented it best or a as different styling of their cultural dress. However, because of the Arabization and anti-blackness, the traditional head wraps that doubled as hijab in most African countries were not considered hijab.
Now, turbans and head wraps that don’t cover your neck may have become trendy, as they’re worn by many hijabi bloggers and fashionistas, but their roots are wholly African.
Muslim Girl decided to make a video showing these hijab styles from different African countries and we think you should watch it! It moves along countries like Nigeria, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Ghana and Cameroon to mention but a few.
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