Culture of Equatorial Guinea
The culture of Equatorial Guinea on the continent is strongly rooted in ancient rituals and songs. This is especially strong for the Fangs in the capital of the island of Bioko which has been largely influenced by Spanish customs and traditions during the colonial period. During the colonial period, education and health services have been improved in the country.
The country has a university, the National University of Equatorial Guinea (UNGE) with a campus in Malabo and a Faculty of Medicine in Bata. The Faculty of Medicine of Bata is supported mainly by Cuba, whose government yields to the teachers and doctors of the center. The Spanish National Distance Education University also has a branch in Malabo and another in Bata.
Several cultural organizations are active in the country (the Hispano-Guinean Cultural Center, the Spanish Cultural Center of Malabo and others) whose main purpose is literacy and cultural promotion of the population. Most of the economic support in this sense comes from the Spanish government.
Traditions
Many Bubi farmers still maintain their old customs. One of the most famous celebrations in the country is the Abira which is believed to serve to cleanse the community of evil. The ballet dance takes place along the coast all year round and in Bioko around Christmas. Religion
Most people in the country are nominally Christian, mostly Catholic, while many others practice a combination of Catholicism and some indigenous traditions. Languages Main article: Languages of Equatorial Guinea
Spanish, French and Portuguese are the official languages of the country, while several regional languages such as el Fang, Bubi, Annobonés and Balengue (or Lengue) are officially recognized. In addition to the above we speak the benga, combe, bissio, igbo (or ibo), as well as English and German, which have no official recognition. Being Spanish the predominant language of the country, and the only official until 2007. The French was made official for commercial purposes to be able to use the CFA Franc, while Portuguese was officialized to be able to enter the community of Portuguese-speaking countries. p>
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