The Kutis: More than just musicians, griots of fire, prophets of rhythm

In numerous African cultures, notably in the West, oratory is revered as a sacred practice, and griots — poets, musicians, and storytellers who preserve oral histories — bear this responsibility with honour.    As virtuosos of expression, they hold the esteemed titles of oral historians, poets, musicians, and genealogists who safeguard knowledge, relay histories, and offer social critiques through their lyrical storytelling.