Christmas Celebrations Across Africa: Joy, Generosity, and Festive Spirit
16:44 26.12.2024 (Updated: 17:39 26.12.2024)
© Getty Images / Gerald Anderson/AnadoluHundreds of Legio Maria Church members, wearing colourful clothes, gather to pray and light candles at the church in the town with the Christmas Eve celebrations in the town of Mathare in Nairobi, Kenya on December 24, 2024.
© Getty Images / Gerald Anderson/Anadolu
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Christmas marks the birth of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity. Its roots trace back to early Christian traditions, blending biblical narratives with pre-Christian winter festivals to honor hope, light, and renewal.
On Wednesday, Christians across the world celebrated the joyous holiday of Christmas. Take a glimpse into how this bright occasion was marked in African countries like Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, and more!
In one heartwarming video, the First Lady of Kwara State, Nigeria, reads stories to children before gifting them books. In another, Rwandan police officers spread cheer by handing out sweets to children.
These moments reflect the true spirit of Christmas—sharing, kindness, and joy.
#Christmas celebrations across Africa: Joy, generosity, and festive spirit
— Sputnik Africa (@sputnik_africa) December 26, 2024
On Wednesday, Christians across the world celebrated the joyous holiday of Christmas. Take a glimpse into how it was marked in African countries like #Kenya, #Uganda, #Rwanda, #SouthAfrica, and more! pic.twitter.com/jQxrQQgeXZ
In one heartwarming video, the First Lady of Kwara State, #Nigeria, reads stories to children before gifting them books. pic.twitter.com/e5KVB65UcO
— Sputnik Africa (@sputnik_africa) December 26, 2024
Rwandan police officers spread cheer by handing out sweets to children. pic.twitter.com/nCnyl1vEw8
— Sputnik Africa (@sputnik_africa) December 26, 2024