Names and Symbols

Significance

Origin of Symbols

Kola nuts.

Kola is common and widely recognized cultural symbol in Africa. It is a fruit of the kola tree. It means earth, peace and togetherness in North West region of Cameroon as well as in other African cultures.

From the earth. Is the fruit of life to human. Source: Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

Double gong.

Denotes palace authorities transmitting information to the public.

From North West traditional musical instrument. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

Royal-sacred room.

Symbolizes power and sacred information handled by the fons and nobles in the North West region of Cameroon.

From crafted element. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

House and palaces of the nobles.

Symbol of class, authority and power. The house and palaces of the nobles is a sitting room where nobles in the North West region sit and take decision on matters happening in their communities.

From crafted element. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

Red feather.

Symbol of statue and greatness in the North West region of Cameroon.

From domestic births animals. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

Royal field.

Indicates joy during cultural activities in the communities.

From ukara cloth. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.

Witchcraft.

Symbol of witchcraft practices in the grasslands of Cameroon.

From ukara cloth. Source: Bafut Royal Museum, 15^th March 2017.