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The sacred Dzengi ceremony with BaAka drummers and a leaf covered ceremonial figure in a Congo Basin rainforest.

The Forest Spirit Called Dzengi

For the BaAka people of the Congo Basin, the forest is far more than a place to hunt or gather food. It is a living home that provides shelter, nourishment, music, and spiritual guidance. Among the most respected traditions is the ceremony of Dzengi, the revered forest spirit whose appearance symbolizes the deep bond between the people and the rainforest.
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