This paper explores the Gabonese Bwiti way of life. The related religious beliefs and practices were pioneered by the Babongo Pygmies and further formalised by the Mitsogo people of the Southern region of Gabon. Foremost, we consecutively cover what the term “Bwiti” refers to and the unique rep... Read More

Funeral ceremonies, from the Akan ethnographic perceptive, have the sole objective to honour the dead for their meritorious services to mankind. During such ceremonies, family members who have not been seen for years come together. It is a period used to settle family disputes, and in a situati... Read More

The Bobiri Forest is blessed with a rich diversity of colourful butterflies. However, their vast ecotourism potential has not been optimally explored by the government of Ghana and the Management of the site. The intent of this article is to create awareness about the only Butterfly Sanctuary i... Read More

The Institute for Indigenous Intelligence (3i’s) is a network of scholars educated in both the modern and ancient ways, and fired by the spontaneity and zest for life. They are here to reflect and advance the forgotten knowledge and wisdom of the indigenous societies of all worlds. The institut... Read More

Dan Kar’bi is the talking drum. The drum is a symbol of creativity, typified in weaving, cooking, music, proverbs and poems. Indigenous societies used the drum as communication vehicle. The talking drum is the heart beat of the Earth Mother, honouring the rhythm and harmony of creation. The ta... Read More

The book, “as a man thinketh”, a set of philosophical musings on the power of our thoughts, was originally published in the year 1903. The author, James Allen, though late, still inspires many today with his book. Most contemporary personal development authors and teachers credit this little bo... Read More