A Bamoun warrior, responsible for the security of the Sultan King of the Bamouns, fires into the air during the start of the inauguration ceremony of the new Bamoun Kings Museum in Foumban, Cameroon, on April 13, 2024. The kingdom of the Bamouns, founded in 1384, is today one of the oldest in sub-Saharan Africa. The new Bamoun Kings Museum was built over 5,000 square meters and three floors, and houses nearly 12,500 items reflecting the richness, variety, and craftsmanship of Bamoun artisans.
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