What similar purposes did traditional

African religions share?

Africa is a free country to choose religions i. e. it's a secular region.

Explanation:

Their constitution protects their right to choose own beliefs and religion. But in general the traditional African religions are based on oral traditions i. e. their basic beliefs and culture are passed on from elders to younger generations.

All the people following different religion rely on the elder generation for the culture and tradition. The major religious belief in African countries is Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism.