Nestled throughout Black neighborhoods, African braiding salons have served as the go-to spot for protective styles. Whether you’re getting traditional box braids or the latest popular bohemian locs, ...

Masasa Mbangeni stunned in these popular braids at the Heart of the Hunter premiere. As did Hope Mbhele and Zozibini Tunzi at the Shaka iLembe Season 2 premiere. They are called ‘Koroba’ braids.

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The U.S. Army’s new ban on many types of ethnic hairstyles has African-American women who wear their coifs in dreadlocks, braids and cornrows in a twist. The Army’s regulations stipulate such guidance ...