Attending the parade was emotional for me, because many of the people on the floats were also Afro-Brazilians who ... and is often congratulated by Brazilian celebrities, musicians, and ...

Read more opinions on theGrio. When Leandro Santanna’s mother wanted to teach him about their Afro-Brazilian culture and history, she didn’t seek out books, films or documentaries. Although ...

Afro-Latino athletes have long been integral ... was one of the greatest footballers of all time. The Brazilian forward won three World Cups (1958, 1962, 1970) and scored over 1,000 goals.

Unidos da Tijuca's theme is Logun Edé, the star’s orisha — a deity in Afro-Brazilian religions that represents a force of nature. Last year, the singer lost thousands of followers on ...

Brazil’s biggest pop star, Anitta, has released a music video depicting rituals of the Afro-Brazilian faith Candomble, sparking controversy in a country where religious intolerance is all too ...

A new Afro-Brazilian band that took form in the summer will hold its first performance at the city of Gainesville’s Holiday Parade on Dec. 7. A Very GNV Holiday Parade starts at noon from West ...

The Afro-Brazilian artist Emanoel Araújo is considered a giant in his home country. A museum he founded is working to preserve his legacy. By Jill Langlois Reporting from São Paulo, Brazil.

Others say the art speaks for itself – providing an in-depth look into Afro Brazilian culture – and the collection is large. Visitors note there is a free self-guided audio tour app (in ...

Followers of Afro-Brazilian religions have been displaced by New Year’s revelers. But they still find ways to make their offerings to the ocean. Carrying offerings to the sea on Friday in Rio de ...

Rocha Evanoff describes caruru as an Afro-Brazilian soul food, delicious with fish, shrimp, and chicken. Caruru is often served with a street food called acarajé (a black-eyed pea fritter).