Red represents the struggles of the black community. While black refers to the Earth and the African people themselves. Finally, green stands for hope and a better, brighter tomorrow. Described as an African-American and Pan-African holiday on the official Kwanzaa website the holiday is celebrated all over the world despite its young age. In addition to America and Western Africa, Canada and some European countries now take part in the view growing tradition. The holiday is said to be celebrated by anywhere between a few million to 25 million people worldwide depending on the source. Only 1.7% of American residents recognize the weeklong celebration despite the fact that a little over 12% of the American population is black. As such a person can celebrate it along with Christmas or Hanukkah.
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