Luba People: Guardians of Tradition and Masters of Mboko Sculpture The Luba people, or Baluba, are a Bantu ethno-linguistic group indigenous to the south-central region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The majority reside in Katanga, Kasaï, Kasaï-Oriental, Kasaï-Central, Lomami and Maniema provinces, forming one of Africa’s largest ethnic groups with approximately 28.8 million individuals. Their cultural heritage is deeply rooted in intricate mboko sculptures—elaborate wooden carvings depicting human figures—and powerful artistic expressions reflecting their rich history and traditions.…