In any African community, there are strict rituals ... For the nine Coastal sub-tribes, taking mnazi or palm wine involves a mboko — a cylindrical slim gourd used as a straw.

At a traditional wedding, the Umuada stopped a Nigerian bride from carrying palm wine to her groom, as customs demand. The reason for this has emerged.

Take palm wine, a milk-like booze that's long been consumed in Africa and Asia. Palm trees are full of sweet, flavorful sap; ...