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Congolese oral tradition

Villagers gathered around a sacred stone during a traditional justice ceremony in Maniema

The Judgment Stone of Maniema

Central African Folktales·Congolese (DRC) Folktales

In the deep forests and river valleys of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, within the region known as Maniema, the Bembe people lived closely connected to the land, the spirits of their ancestors, and the moral codes that governed everyday life. Their society was shaped not only by farming, fishing, and trade, but also by strong traditions of justice that

Twin children in a forest community surrounded by villagers in a symbolic moment of balance and tension

Central African Folktales·Congolese (DRC) Folktales

The Twins of the Mongo Forest

In the vast tropical forests of the central Democratic Republic of Congo, the Mongo people lived in close harmony with nature, guided by ancestral beliefs that shaped how they understood life, destiny, and the unseen forces of the world. The forest was not only their home but also a living

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Congolese oral tradition

The Judgment Stone of Maniema

The Twins of the Mongo Forest

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