Kuba Art & Heritage space
The Kuba Kingdom is renowned worldwide for the richness of its art: embroidered raffia cloth, royal statuettes and ceremonial masks. SIEMP promotes this heritage as a living bridge between local identity and sustainable development.
Raffia Cloth
The « velvet of Kasai »: hand-embroidered geometric patterns, passed down from generation to generation.
Royal Statuettes
The « Ndop » figures embody the memory of the Kuba sovereigns and the history of the kingdom.
Ceremonial Masks
Kuba masks set the rhythm of initiation ceremonies and carry on the kingdom's cosmogony.
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A living know-how, carried by local artisans
SIEMP supports local artisans in promoting and passing on their ancestral know-how — weaving, embroidery, carving — so that this unique cultural identity continues to shine and to generate a decent income for families.
« Every woven pattern tells a story. Thanks to SIEMP, our children are learning in turn what our ancestors passed down to us. »