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BY Francis Akhalbey, 1:36pm February 14, 2018,

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Four African ethnic groups that still hold fertility dolls in high regard

by Francis Akhalbey, 1:36pm February 14, 2018,

Four African ethnic groups that still hold fertility dolls in high regard

Akuaba fertility dolls — Photo Credit: auction.catawiki.com

Akuaba fertility dolls – Ghana

Made by the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, Akuaba fertility dolls are one of the most popular in Africa. Women who cannot conceive usually carry them on their backs to serve as a good luck charm. The dolls are treated and nursed like normal babies in the hopes the fertility gods bless the woman with a child.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: February 14, 2018

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