Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa

Daily Affirmations & Mantras

87 ratings
51 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 18, 2009
  • September 25, 2026

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This app offers daily poetic affirmations based on the seven principles of Kwanzaa. It serves as a tool for self-improvement and emotional stimulus, encouraging positive thinking year-round, regardless of cultural background.

✓Daily poetic affirmations
✓Seven principles of Kwanzaa
✓Year-round use
✓Self-improvement tool
✓Emotional stimulus
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What's New in Kwanzaa

4.0

September 25, 2026

Completely Rebuilt for Modern iOS! After 15+ years, we've reimagined this app from the ground up: • Animated Kinara with flickering candles during Kwanzaa • Widgets for Home Screen & Lock Screen showing today's principle • Daily Mantras from Venus's album for each principle • New Celebrating Kwanzaa guide with ceremonies and rituals • Modern design with Dark Mode and improved accessibility • Enhanced notifications linking directly to each day • Link to Venus Jones's "Living on Principle" book Thank you for your continued support!

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Relevant now more than ever

Kwanzaa was developed to unite people of African descent. It is an expression of our identity which must be reinforced continuously in a world that seeks to define us. The wonderful app is a gift to the diaspora. I benefit from using it every day. The affirmations feed the soul and strengthen the spirit! Reclaim our narrative!
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Love it 🥰

Can't wait to use this with my children!

An app full of the spirit of love and unity

I’m so grateful for this app and the education
And affirmation it has provided as I picked up and decided to celebrate Kwanzaa for the first time with intention. Venus is a gifted artist who is fulfilling her creative purpose and loving this world so well. I look forward to continued use, continued affirmation. Love and Blessings.

Ase!
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Very informative app on Kwanzaa

Your app is amazing and makes it very easy to explain to my family friends and children. Thank you very much.

Best Way to Introduce Friends and Family.

Nicely written Affirmations!

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

App freezes in affirmation tab

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App freezes when trying to share

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Requested Features

2 requests

Enhancements to supplement artistic work

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Familiarization with symbolic representations (kinara, mkeke, etc.)

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FAQ

What does the Kwanzaa app do?

The app provides daily poetic affirmations inspired by the seven principles of Kwanzaa. It is designed to be a tool for self-improvement and emotional stimulus, encouraging positive thinking that can be practiced year-round.

What are the seven principles of Kwanzaa mentioned in the app?

The app aligns with the seven daily principles of Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujimaa (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its features.

Can I use this app outside of the Kwanzaa holiday?

Absolutely. While inspired by Kwanzaa, the app's affirmations are designed for year-round use to foster positive thinking and self-improvement, regardless of cultural background or the time of year.

Does the app include audio from Venus Jones's album?

No, this app does not include the audio clips from Venus Jones's "Kwanzaa: 7 Days, 7 Principles" album. It features Venus's poetic affirmations for each day, but the audio content is available separately with the CD purchase.