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Great Queen Mothers of Benin, The

A group of powerful female leaders who held significant political and social power in the Kingdom of Benin, and who are celebrated as symbols of female leadership and empowerment. #female #group Position in the diagram of Africanity: #TangibleAfricanity

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Grinding stones

Grinding stones are used for grinding and crushing grains, seeds, and other substances. They are usually made of stone and are used with a mortar to create a powder or paste. #used #crushing

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Griot

A griot is a traditional African storyteller, historian, and musician who passes on knowledge and history through oral tradition. Griots are respected members of their communities and play an important role in preserving cultural heritage. #traditional #african Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

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Griot tradition

A West African tradition of oral history and storytelling, in which Griots, or storytellers, pass down historical and cultural knowledge through music, song, and spoken word. #west #african Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

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Griotik Culture of the Manding People, The

The Griotik Culture of the Manding People is a system of oral history, storytelling, and musical performance, where designated individuals, known as griots, are responsible for preserving and transmitting the cultural heritage of a community through music, poetry, and narrative. #system #oral Position in the diagram of Africanity: #IntangibleAfricanity

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