Fertility dolls native to the Namji tribe of North Cameroon. Each doll is carved with a unique stature and facial expression and come in different geometrical shapes. These dolls are given to young girls for role play. Young girls carry the dolls strapped on their backs and treat the dolls like their babies. It is believed that such role-play greatly encourages the girls to prepare for their future roles as mothers. Namji Dolls can also be used to make marriage proposals. A man gifts a doll to the girl he wants to marry and if she accepts it, it means she accepts his proposal. She carries the doll around as a fertility doll. As soon a she has a child, she bequeaths the doll to her daughter.
They are considered the most beautiful dolls in Africa hence perfect for table top display as decorative pieces for homes and offices.
