They can be found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Congo. Besides the typical hunting and gathering, many also have small farms on which to cultivate peanuts, plantains, and tobacco.
Their creator (Komba) does not play an active role in their day-to-day life, the spirit of the forest, Jengi, does. Music is closely tied with how they worship Jengi.
They have defined gender roles, with women building huts and catching fish and the men hunting. When the men travels to follow a food source, the women travel as well. However, the women still keep a significant role within the tribe.
There are no specific marriage rituals but many marriages have been formed during a long and rainy season because that is when the man can prove that he can care for his future wife and children. Polygamy is more popular within this tribe, though it can be found in other tribes too. In this particular tribe, a 'bride price' is utilized.
Their creator (Komba) does not play an active role in their day-to-day life, the spirit of the forest, Jengi, does. Music is closely tied with how they worship Jengi.
They have defined gender roles, with women building huts and catching fish and the men hunting. When the men travels to follow a food source, the women travel as well. However, the women still keep a significant role within the tribe.
There are no specific marriage rituals but many marriages have been formed during a long and rainy season because that is when the man can prove that he can care for his future wife and children. Polygamy is more popular within this tribe, though it can be found in other tribes too. In this particular tribe, a 'bride price' is utilized.