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Ebinyege

Ebinyege
Ebinyege

Ebinyege also known as orunyegye, enyege, obunyegye, obuyebe, enzebazebe are traditional leg rattles used by several ethnic groups in Uganda, particularly among the Banyankole, Bakiga, and Bagisu communities. Worn on the lower legs, Ebinyege produce percussive sounds that complement drumming and singing in various cultural ceremonies and festivities.

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