Preserving Sierra Leone’s ancient Gara-tie dye craft

In the heart of Sierra Leone, Abubakarr Koma continues to weave a centuries-old tradition into the fabric of modern culture. For over four decades, Koma has been a skilled practitioner of Gara tie-dying, an ancient craft that tells stories through vibrant colors and intricate patterns. His mastery of this art form has taken him across Africa, sharing his skills in countries like Guinea, Mali, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ghana, and…