Marriage Ceremonies Practiced Through Hawwadii and Kadhaa among Guji Oromo

This research explores the marriage ceremonies of the Oromo, the largest ethnic group in the Horn of Africa, who have inhabited northeastern Africa since ancient times. Their current spatial distribution has been shaped by various environmental, socio-economic, and political factors. The Oromo people possess a distinct culture, with unique customs, morals, religion, language, philosophy, administrative systems, and civilization. This study employs qualitative research methods, including interviews, focus group discussions, observations, and the analysis of primary and secondary sources. An ethnographic approach was utilized, involving participation in the visual and auditory aspects of marriage processes. The main focus is on the <i>Hawwadii</i> and <i>Kadhaa</i> ceremonies, aiming to analyze their impact and educate the global community about the Guji Oromo’s rich cultural heritage.