FESTIBABA 2026: Strengthening Cultural Heritage and Ecotourism
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The fifth edition of the Baka Bantu Cultural Festival (FESTIBABA) took place from July 30 to August 2, 2026, in Salapoumbé, Cameroon. The event brought together over 1,500 participants from communities surrounding the Sangha Trinational area, including regions in Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and the Republic of the Congo. Under the theme of 'Tourism, Tradition and Community Integration,' the festival featured workshops on sustainable tourism, traditional medicine, and the 2024 forestry law. By showcasing traditional dances, songs, and handicrafts, the festival emphasized the vital role of Indigenous Peoples in the conservation of World Heritage sites and fostered cross-border dialogue.
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