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Widely available in West Africa, the néré tree is functional but also one that holds strong social significance and spiritual meaning.

FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES:

 

  • Bark and its medicinal properties

  • Leaves used as natural medicine

  • Flour made from the tree used as effective treatments for children

  • Pods used in aquaculture, soap-making and pottery

SOCIAL SIGNIFICANCE
 

  • Incorporation of dadawa in local rituals and rites of passage

  • Tied to women's identities and rituals

  • Women's labour-intensive involvement in fermentation process

SPIRITUAL IMPORTANCE:
 

  • God's gift

  • Protector of children

  • Historical connection to Samory Touré

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