THE KUMPO DANCE - the Jola people of Gambia and Senegal. The dancer is dressed in palm leaves with a stick protruding from the top of his head. The Kumpo dances like a moving haystack in an appearance that symbolizes a sweeping broom - representing the Kumpo's role in driving away evil spirits, restoring balance, and allowing life to continue as usual. | The African Nomad
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The Kumpo is a spiritual figure and traditional mask of the Diola (Jola) people, who live primarily in the Casamance region of Senegal, as well as in parts of Gambia and Guinea-Bissau.Meaning and function: The Kumpo represents a protective spirit of the forest and the community. It appears at community festivals, initiations, and important celebrations, where it conveys moral and social messages. It is considered a messenger of the ancestors, responsible for maintaining order and harmony within
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