Glossary
(Akan / Twi, Ghana)
Akwaaba (pronounced ah-kwaah-bah) means “welcome.” It is a widely used Akan word expressing warmth, hospitality, and joy upon someone’s arrival. Often explained as carrying the sentiment of Wa ko (you went) and Wa ba (you have come back), Akwaaba reflects not just an initial greeting, but wishes for a safe return.
(Ghanaian expression)
Atuu (Atoo) is an expression often used when greeting someone upon arrival. It is frequently accompanied by a physical embrace reflecting warmth, closeness, and a joyful reception.
(Adinkra symbol, Ghana)
Duafe, meaning “wooden comb,” is an Adinkra symbol representing beauty, femininity, and care. Originating from the Akan (Ashanti) people, the wooden comb reflects the cultural importance of grooming, cleanliness, patience, and pride in one’s appearance. At its core, Duafe symbolizes self-care, not as vanity, but as a practice of love and dignity.
(Madagascar)
Malagasy refers to the people, language, and culture of Madagascar.
A savannah is a tropical grassland ecosystem defined by wide, open landscapes, scattered trees, and warm, seasonal climates. Unlike dense forests, savannahs allow sunlight to reach the ground, supporting rich grasses alongside resilient trees.
Savannah regions are shaped by cycles of rainfall and dry seasons. These natural rhythms influence the plants that grow there, many of which have adapted to store water, develop deep root systems, or produce nutrient-rich seeds and oils.
Savannahs are also home to some of the world’s most iconic wildlife, including elephants, antelopes, lions, giraffes, and zebras, species that thrive in open, sun-warmed environments.