MAMI WATA - Information About Mermaids Written by Fantopia.net

MAMI WATA

Throuout central Africa and the western coastal regions can be found a mermaid figure like water sprite. She is said to have the appearance of a mermaid, half woman, half fish. She is described as having dark knowing eyes, a fair colored complexion with beautiful long dark colored hair. It is said that she at times will take to human legs and walk the streets of the city under disguise and that she enjoys many things that can be obtained by being a mortal being, as carbinated soft drinks, fragrant perfumes, sun shades and other personal items. According to her followers, she will sometimes appear in their dreams or vision. Those devoted to her wear clothing of red and white which they say are Mami Wata's colors. Followers will often wear one or the other chosen color, according to their previous experience with this water spirit. The color white symbolizes a positive encounter, while red depicts illness or a sickness associated with their experience. Most devotees will wear both red and white as an overall acceptance of her presence in their lives.