THE SACRED CATFISH OF BOKORE

: Bokoré is a village in the town of Tanda, located in the North-East of Côte d'Ivoire. One of the most distinctive features of this village is its sacred fish. It is strictly forbidden to fish or eat these catfish. These fish can live up to 20 years and can weigh over 100 kg.  When you ask why these fish are considered sacred, the elders of Bokoré village explain the story: "According to our ancestors and the tradition passed down to us, these fish are in reality human beings. They are men who have taken the form of these fish. In truth, they help protect the village and the town." If this story intrigues you, you are in the same situation as the villagers themselves.