The funeral figures of the Cameroon Grasslands, the Fang and the Kota are similar in usage, but take different forms. This is because of the placement of the communities. It is also because of the constant moving of the Fang and Kota communities, due to enemies pushing them out of the area.
During the Cry-Die ceremony, which is Creole for funeral, people of the Cameroon Grasslands mourn the passing of a loved one. Elaborately beaded, cotton, crocheted hats worn by chiefs are worn. Other people of the community wear carved wooden masks. Perhaps, the most significant status symbol to the people of the Cameroon Grasslands is the carved wooden stool. It is the kings whom would have the most elaborate stools. Once the king has been crowned the king
During the Cry-Die ceremony, which is Creole for funeral, people of the Cameroon Grasslands mourn the passing of a loved one. Elaborately beaded, cotton, crocheted hats worn by chiefs are worn. Other people of the community wear carved wooden masks. Perhaps, the most significant status symbol to the people of the Cameroon Grasslands is the carved wooden stool. It is the kings whom would have the most elaborate stools. Once the king has been crowned the king