In Panama we have two categories of  Afro Panamanians : 

 Afro-Colonials 

Afro-Antilleans

Afro-Colonials

Afro-colonial people came to Panama in the 15th century, they came from Africa  to Panama to colonize  and help form our country

Afro-Antilleans

The Afro-Antilleans, came to Panama in the 19th century and the 20th century, they came to Panama to build the railroad and the canal , they migrated from near by  islands  southeast of Panama such as: Trinidad, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Guadeloupe, Dominicana, Grenada, Haiti, Belize, Barbadoz and Jamaica.

          Afro-Panamanians:  20% 

         Mulattos: 24% 

         Zambos : 12%

        total : 56 %   afro descendent population

     where it is found more is in: Panama, colon, Bocas del toro, Panama Oeste

What is the percentage of black ethnic groups in Panama?

Afro Panamanians are concentrted mainly in the provinces of: 

-Panama 

-Colon 

-Bocas del toro 

-Panama Oeste

     Where are the Afro Panamanians located?

Tradicional Food of the afro-Panamanians

On the table there are sweaty fish or baked chicken, octopus stewed, Dona Mara's favorite, rice with coconut, they also serve rice with beans and pork tail, rondón a soup with coconut milk, vegetables and fried fish, among other dishes with Caribbean seasoning. They are the main elements of Afro-Panamanian food.

Traditions of the Afro-Panamanians

The Congo dance or game, with its rhythmic drum and its intense dances and performances, has great historical value within the Afro-Panamanian culture, especially on the Atlantic coast. The dresses of the Congolese are full of color.

In essence, Panama derives much of it culture and roots to the African decendants, we must appreciate their contribuitions to help build our country. As society, we must respect the heritage we have thanks to their hard work and effort.

Conclusion

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