Hakaona women of Angola, part of the Himba people, are recognized for their distinct aesthetic and ancestral ties.
• They use elaborate, red mud-covered braided hairstyles and apply the mixture to their skin for sun protection and beauty.
• Their traditional leather skirts and body adornments signify identity, social status, and spiritual connection.
Hakaona women of Angola, part of the Himba people, are recognized for their distinct aesthetic and ancestral ties.
— Zoom Afrika (@zoomafrika1) November 25, 2025
• They use elaborate, red mud-covered braided hairstyles and apply the mixture to their skin for sun protection and beauty.
• Their traditional leather skirts… pic.twitter.com/VIYGvPoFLb
