Yóoŋwẹ

The Yóoŋwẹ people and their culture. TBD: More detail here

Message Boxes
Ornamental wooden boxes used for conveying messages and small items. The boxes are made out of a soft wood, making it easy to carve designs into.

These boxes are passed forward (i.e. you don't return the box to the sender, you use it for a message to someone else). It is considered rude to use the same message box for a reply - you would either use a box from a different individual for your reply, or you would get a new one.

Traditionally, getting a new box involved carving it yourself, or trading with a friend. In modern times, it is possible to purchase them from markets, and most markets will also have an exchange stall, where you can exchange your existing box with one of theirs (for a small fee).