Box braids have deep roots in African history, dating back thousands of years. They were not "invented" by a single person but rather developed as a traditional African hairstyle, particularly among the Himba people of Namibia, the Yoruba of Nigeria, and various other ethnic groups across the continent. Evidence of braiding patterns similar to box braids dates back at least 3,500 years, with depictions found in ancient Egyptian art and sculptures. Braids were not only a protective hairstyle but