Hausa People
West African Ethnic Group
West African ethnic group whose traditional butcher guild created the tough boxing art Dambe.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthAntiquity
EraAntiquity–present
Country of OriginNigeria / Niger
Rank / TitleTraditional Heritage
Active YearsAntiquity–present
Biography
The Hausa people of Nigeria and Niger created Dambe, a traditional martial art practiced by butcher castes featuring a lead wrapped punching hand (spear) and shield hand.