Kwanzaa Seven Principles - Nguza Saba

Host Anita Wills, shares Genealogy and History as it relates to the African American experience. The foundation of Kwanzaa is the Seven Principles, or Nguzo Saba. When Dr. Karenga created the celebration of Kwanzaa he wanted to reflect the best qualities and characteristics of the "first fruit" or harvest festivals that were celebrated throughout Africa. It was these qualities that established the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles of Kwanzaa.