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

Francis Akhalbey February 14, 2018

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

Namji fertility doll — Photo Credit: michaelbackmanltd.com

Namji (Dowayo) and Fali fertility dolls – Cameroon

Fertility dolls are also very popular among the Namji people in Cameroon. Given to the women as gifts from their suitors, the Namji fertility dolls serve as symbols of good luck in childbirth.

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

Fali fertility doll — Photo via Pinterest

The Fali fertility dolls, on the other hand, are gifted to brides by their grooms. They are also nurtured like real babies and serve as a symbol of their marriage bond and unborn child.

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

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