The Kumpo is a spiritual figure and traditional mask of the Diola (Jola) people, who live primarily in the Casamance region of Senegal, as well as in parts of Gambia and Guinea-Bissau.Meaning and function: The Kumpo represents a protective spirit of the forest and the community. It appears at community festivals, initiations, and important celebrations, where it conveys moral and social messages. It is considered a messenger of the ancestors, responsible for maintaining order and harmony within