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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

Mossi Biiga fertility dolls —
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Mossi Biiga fertility dolls – Burkina Faso

The Mossi people from Burkina Faso also value fertility dolls. The Mossi Biiga fertility dolls are treated and nursed just like real babies by women hoping to conceive. The dolls are passed on from mother to daughter or from sister to sister after they serve their purpose.

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

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