Rare African Art, Hand Carved Bao Mancala Tradition African Board Game

The word ‘bao’ is the Swahili word for wood, referring to the wooden board on which which the game is played. Bao belongs to the mancala family of games – hundreds of games with many similarities. They are also sometimes known as “count and capture” or “sowing” games. Mancala games are played around the world, but Bao is very common in Tanzania and the Zanzibaris are almost addicted to it. In Zanzibar  regular Bao tournaments are held, hundreds of contestants take part to try and win the respected title of ‘Bao master’.

Enjoy hours of fun with the Bao Mancala Traditional African Board Game. This classic game board is perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. The game is easy to learn but challenging to master, making it a great addition to any game collection. Learning to play is easy and after plenty of practicing at home you might be able to take part in a Bao tournament in Zanzibar.

Measurements are 33.5 inches by 13.5 inches