Africa Heartwood Project African Oware Mancala Board - Extended Size, Hand-Carved Solid Wood With Elephant Design, Wooden Foldin

This Oware (mancala) consists of an extended size hand-carved board and 48 grey/green tear seeds, and playing instructions. The board is the carrying case, so you don't need a bag - it is all self-contained. The Osese wood has 14 carved pits - the two on the ends are for holding mancala stones that have been won. Connected with 2 hinges, and stained on the inside and outside with redwood and black dye. An elephant design is carved on the top outside of this travel mancala board. When closed, this fun board is: Length 21''; Width 2.5''; Height 2.5''. Purchased and imported using fair-trade practices from cultural artisans who are part of Africa Heartwood Project network. An authentic African board! This ancient wooden folding mancala board tests strategy and mathematical skill, enjoyed for centuries by people in Africa. Your purchase of this Oware board helps support the efforts of non-profit Africa Heartwood Project. While connecting with the traditional culture of Africa, enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your purchase contributes to a meaningful cause, providing Village Water Projects and Orphan Support to West African communities in need.