Kimbundu Mythology
The Kimbundu are a historic ethnic group found in the country of Angola. European colonialists often called them the North Mbundu; however,they prefer the term…
Month: July 2019
Imana
Imana (almighty) In African mythology (Banyarwanda of Ruanda-Urundi), creator god who tried to save man from Death. Thought of in human form, Imana is believed…
Cagn
Cagn In African mythology (Bushman), creator god who often appears as a mantis or caterpillar. His wife, Coti, bore him two sons, Gogaz and Gowi,…
Bumba
Bumba In African mythology (Bushong of the Congo), creator god; a gigantic white being in human form. Bumba existed alone in the universe when there…
Bomazi
Bomazi In African mythology (Bushongo of the Congo), lord of Bushongo, father of the male twins Woto and Moelo. Once the fair-skinned Bomazi told an…