The Mbote Twa, also known as the Southeastern Twa, are an indigenous people living in the southeastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and parts of neighboring countries, such as Uganda and Rwanda. The Twa are one of the many Batwa groups found in Central Africa, and they are renowned for their distinct cultural practices and traditional lifestyles. Historically, the Twa have been hunter-gatherers, relying on their deep knowledge of the forest to sustain their communities. They traditionally lived in the dense rainforests of the Albertine Rift, where they foraged for food, hunted game, and gathered medicinal plants. Their close relationship with the forest is reflected in…