“Wamá Luagu Garínagu”: nuestra herencia garífuna The Embassy of Nicaragua in Cuba, in coordination with the Museum Casa de África, celebrated the Day of Garifuna Culture, highlighting the language, dance, and music of this heritage. The event showcased the cosmovision and imaginary of the Garifuna people, emphasizing their role in Nicaragua’s multicultural richness. Speeches and a video presentation detailed their anti-colonial history, resistance, traditions, and spiritual connection, culminating in a musical performance by Cuban group Obiní Bata.

• Garifuna Culture Day was celebrated by the Embassy of Nicaragua in Cuba.
• The event aimed to showcase Garifuna heritage, including language, dance, and music.
• The Garifuna people’s cosmovision, imaginary, and multicultural contribution were highlighted.
• Nicaragua’s commitment to the Autonomy Law and safeguarding Garifuna traditions was reaffirmed.
• A message from Garifuna leader Kensy Sambola expressed gratitude for the cultural recognition.
• A video presentation covered the Garifuna’s anti-colonial history, resistance, ceremonies, and traditions.
• The celebration concluded with a performance by the Cuban women’s group Obiní Bata playing drums and dancing to Punta.
• The event underscored the cultural brotherhood between Cuba and Nicaragua.