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KNOW YOUR HISTORY: Tracing the birth of Rwanda's royal drums

Rwanda, like other countries in Africa and in Europe ruled by traditional monarchies had a variety of objects with ritual and historical value kept at the court of the king. These included among others; the squad, hammers, drums, spears and animal portraits to mention but a few.
Basarure (left) and Rwagagaza (right) drums at the museum in Huye. (David Nkusi)
Basarure (left) and Rwagagaza (right) drums at the museum in Huye. (David Nkusi)
David Nkusi