France returns African talking drum: The sacred instrument that once 'spoke' to entire villages and warned of danger

A sacred Ivorian drum, the Djidji Ayokwe, has returned home after over a century seized by French colonial forces. This massive talking drum, vital for community communication and a symbol of Ebrie identity, was repatriated following a special French law. Its arrival in Abidjan marks a significant moment for cultural justice and historical remembrance.

By TOI World Desk