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Bangubangu Information
Location:Southeastern Congo (Zaire)
Population:90,000
Language:KiBangubangu (Bantu)
Neighboring Peoples:Bembe, Boyo, Hemba, Holoholo
Types of Art:The Bangubangu carve freestanding anthropomorphic sculptures, which are characterized by coffee bean shaped eyes and pointed beards. Women also produce high quality pots that are sold in the local markets for profit.
History:The Bangubangu are now thought to have a shared history with other early hunters (pre-Bem ...
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