Have you ever wondered about the true nature of cowrie shells? Where do they come from? Are they simply shells, or is there more to their story? You may have a vague understanding that cowries were ...

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is not just about diyas and sweets - it’s also a time to invite prosperity and divine blessings into your home. One special ritual gaining attention is buying and ...

Justine Wintjes works at the KwaZulu-Natal Museum, where the São Bento cowries are housed and some are on display. The research this article is based on arose from the workshop 'Ilha de Moçambique: ...