Sona, drawings and geometric figures on sand

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2023
URL: ich.unesco.org/en/RL/01994
Description: Practised by the Lunda Cokwe and neighbouring peoples in eastern Angola, Sona is a form of expression that seeks to convey beliefs, thoughts and emotions through drawings and geometric figures on sand. The practice is passed on during initiation rites for youth who are preparing to assume social functions. It is a means of promoting cultural identity, creating and consolidating collective memory and enhancing a sense of belonging. It is also an opportunity to maintain and transmit indigenous knowledge.
Country(ies): Angola
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