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Banda

Banda

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A group of people living in Central Africa, mainly in the Central African Republic
  • proper noun
: Banda
  • The Banda people have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional music and dance.

Examples

  • Many members of the Banda ethnic group participate in agricultural activities to sustain their communities.

  • The Banda have a rich tradition of wood carving and music in Central Africa.

  • Anthropologists have studied the social structure of the Banda for many years.

  • Many Banda communities live in the Central African Republic and neighboring countries.

  • The Banda people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • Many Banda live in the Central African Republic.

  • Grace Banda is an influential figure in Malawi, known for her work in women's rights advocacy.

Surface Forms

Banda main

Etymology

Banda for the people comes from the name the group use for themselves in Central Africa. That's why Banda refers to this ethnic group, known today for their music, art, and life in places like the Central African Republic.