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Soweis and Bondo dancers dance in Freetown on Independence Day, 2012. These are members of the Sande or Bondo society, who traditionally lead girls into their initiation into womanhood. Soweis are prominent leaders in these socities
John Sahr/IRIN

  • Soweis and Bondo dancers dance in Freetown on Independence Day, 2012. These are members of the Sande or Bondo society, who traditionally lead girls into their initiation into womanhood. Soweis are prominent leaders in these socities

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  • Credits John Sahr/IRIN
  • Themes Human Rights Health
  • Regions Sierra Leone

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