Ghana braids typically last between four to six weeks, depending on how well they are maintained. Factors such as hair texture, scalp care, and daily routine play a role in the longevity of the style.

But African American hair braiding styles stood — and still stand — as a direct challenge to those outdated norms. In the 1960s and 1970s, the Black is Beautiful movement sparked a renaissance ...

Media personality Deloris Frimpong Manso has made headlines after a fan commented on her micro braided hairstyle and daring outfit at the EMY Africa event in the UK.