There will usually be dancing at all of them except funerals. In the villages and in African-style homes in the larger towns, people eat with their hands, although visitors will normally be offered a spoon. The best African food you'll find will be in someone's home, but the second best is often on the streets. Generally, the more varied the ingredients the better, and variety is part of what makes the food so interesting. Beer halls are everywhere, and beer is generally very good, although you may have to get used to drinking early in the day.
Locals enjoy a drink, and alcoholism is a rising problem.
Home brew is popular, and two of the most common drinks are palm wine and banana wine, usually sold in jugs along the roadside. Ginger beer is also widespread, as it is throughout most of Africa, although you should be wary of it as the water it is made with is often contaminated. We encourage you to verify any critical information with the relevant authorities before you travel. This includes information on visa requirements, health and safety, customs, and transportation.