Songye Kifwebe Mask From Democratic Republic of the CongoKifwebe masks have a rich cultural significance. They were historically created by sculptors in an area of the Zaire River Basin inhabited by both Songye and Luba communities. They were used in ceremonies of the Kifwebe secret societies where dances of the same name were performed. Societal Order: In both Songye and Luba cultures, Kifwebe masks participated in initiations and played a role in establishing order in society. For the Songye, this was