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Bongo

The bongo (Tragelaphus eurycerus) is a large, mostly nocturnal antelope native to the dense rainforests of central and western sub-Saharan Africa, distinguished by its chestnut or auburn coat featuring 10 to 15 narrow white vertical stripes and long, spiral lyre-shaped horns in both sexes.^[1]^[2] As the heaviest and among the largest forest antelopes, adult males can reach weights of up to 400 kilograms and shoulder heights of about 1.3 meters, with females slightly smaller.^[2]^[3] Herbivorous and elusive, bongos primarily browse on leaves, shrubs, and fruits in lowland and montane forests, exhibiting sexual dimorphism and a shy demeanor that renders them rarely sighted despite their size.^[1]^[2] The species faces severe threats from habitat fragmentation, poaching for bushmeat and horns, and human encroachment, classifying the western bongo as near threatened and the eastern (mountain) subspecies as critically endangered, with ongoing conservation efforts including translocations and captive breeding to bolster wild populations.^[1]^[4]

Biology

Bongo antelope

The bongo (Tragelaphus eurycerus) is a large, herbivorous antelope species native to the dense rainforests of sub-Saharan Africa, recognized as the largest forest-dwelling antelope. It features a striking reddish-brown or chestnut coat marked by 10-15 vertical white stripes on the torso, aiding camouflage in dappled forest light, along with large, erect ears and a dewlap in males. Both sexes possess long, spiral lyre-shaped horns averaging 75-99 cm in length, with males' horns being thicker and more massive. Adults stand 1-1.4 m at the shoulder, measure 2-3 m in body length, and weigh 200-410 kg, with males typically heavier than females.^[2]^[1]^[5] Primarily nocturnal and highly elusive, bongos maintain low population densities, browsing on leaves, vines, bark, grasses, and fruits while moving silently through undergrowth; they form small, temporary groups but are often solitary, especially adult males. The species comprises two subspecies: the western or lowland bongo (T. e. eurycerus), distributed across West and Central African forests, and the eastern or mountain bongo (T. e. isaaci), restricted to montane forests in central Kenya. The eastern subspecies is classified as critically endangered by the IUCN, with wild populations estimated at fewer than 100 individuals, concentrated in fragmented areas like the Aberdares and Maasai Mau, where recent camera-trap surveys detected only 29-50 animals across breeding sites.^[6]^[1]^[7] Historically widespread in tropical forests from the 19th century, bongo ranges have contracted sharply due to trophy hunting, habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion, and human encroachment, with eastern populations declining precipitously in the 20th century from epizootics, overhunting, and forest clearance. Primary threats persist from poaching via snares for bushmeat, indiscriminate killing of juveniles and adults, and habitat loss driven by logging and rising human populations that fragment forests and introduce livestock diseases. Captive breeding has yielded successes, including a female eastern bongo calf born at Woburn Safari Park in October 2025—the first such female there in over a decade—and a male calf at Houston Zoo on June 25, 2025, weighing 21 kg at birth. In February 2025, 17 captive-bred mountain bongos were repatriated from Florida to a fenced sanctuary on Mount Kenya's slopes, aiming to bolster genetic diversity for potential reintroduction. However, these efforts offer limited wild recovery without strengthened enforcement against poaching and land-use pressures, as fragmented habitats and ongoing anthropogenic threats undermine survival rates.^[8]^[9]^[10]^[11]^[12]^[13]

Musical instruments

Bongo drums

Bongo drums are an Afro-Cuban percussion instrument comprising a pair of small, open-bottomed hand drums attached side-by-side, with the smaller drum designated as the macho (male) and the larger as the hembra (female). The macho typically has a diameter of 6.75 inches, producing a higher pitch, while the hembra measures 8 inches for deeper tones.^[14] Traditional construction features wooden shells, often oak or similar hardwoods, topped with animal skin heads—such as cowhide or water buffalo rawhide—tuned by adjusting tension via ropes or early lug systems.^[15]^[16]^[17] Originating in eastern Cuba during the late 19th century, bongo drums evolved from Afro-Cuban traditions shaped by enslaved Africans, particularly from Bantu-speaking regions of Central Africa like the Congo, whose rhythmic practices blended with local forms amid the transatlantic slave trade's cultural fusions.^[18]^[15] By the early 20th century, they became staples in genres like son, rumba, and later salsa, where they provide interlocking ostinato patterns emphasizing polyrhythms derived from African drum languages.^[19]^[20] The instrument gained prominence in U.S. jazz and Latin music after the 1930s, notably through Cuban performer Desi Arnaz, who showcased bongos in performances and recordings like "Rumba Matumba," bridging Afro-Cuban styles with American audiences.^[21] Played exclusively by hand while held between the knees or on a stand, bongos rely on techniques such as the slap—produced by striking the center with cupped fingertips for a sharp, high-pitched pop—the open tone via heel or palm strikes for resonant fundamentals, and muffled tones by damping the head immediately after impact to shorten decay.^[22]^[23] These methods alter timbre through hand positioning and contact area, with empirical analyses of percussive sounds indicating variations in spectral content: slaps emphasize high-frequency overtones, while open tones sustain lower harmonics, enabling nuanced rhythmic expression in ensemble settings.^[24] The smaller macho drum yields higher pitches suited for lead patterns, contrasting the hembra's bass response.^[25] In modern iterations, synthetic heads—often fiberglass or Mylar—have largely replaced animal skins for weather resistance and tuning stability, paired with ergonomic stands for stage use, though traditionalists note these materials can yield brighter, less warm timbres compared to rawhide.^[23]^[26] Commercial adaptations in pop and fusion contexts have drawn critique from percussion scholars for oversimplifying the instrument's intricate Afro-Cuban polyrhythms into repetitive fills, prioritizing accessibility over historical depth.^[27]

Geography

Places named Bongo

Bongo District is an administrative district located in the northern part of Ghana's Upper East Region, approximately nine miles from the regional capital, Bolgatanga.^[28] Established in 1988 through Legislative Instrument 1446, it serves as a rural administrative unit with Bongo as its capital.^[29] The district spans 414.9 km² and recorded a population of 120,254 in the 2021 Population and Housing Census, with 56,920 males and 63,334 females, reflecting a density of 289.8 people per km² and an annual growth rate of 3.3%.^[30] ^[31] Its economy centers on subsistence agriculture, primarily cultivating millet, sorghum, and other cereals, alongside limited handicraft production; the area faces high poverty levels, with over 90% rural residents dependent on rain-fed farming amid a rocky landscape prone to environmental challenges.^[28] ^[29] Within the district, Bongo Hills feature prominent rock formations and elevated terrain that contribute to local geography, supporting minor eco-tourism activities while highlighting the region's geological characteristics.^[28] Several minor settlements bear the name Bongo elsewhere in Africa, including multiple villages in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a sub-prefecture in south-eastern Ivory Coast's Comoé District, though these lack significant urban development or detailed demographic records in available data.^[32] Isolated references to Bongo also appear in Indonesia, but these are small-scale localities with no notable administrative or economic prominence.^[32]

Transportation

Bongo vehicles

The Mazda Bongo is a cabover van and pickup truck series produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda, initially launched in 1966 as a compact commercial vehicle with a rear-mounted water-cooled 800 cc engine.^[33] The truck variant features an open cargo bed designed for utilitarian transport, with payload capacities typically ranging from 850 to 1,000 kg depending on the model and configuration.^[34] Early models emphasized affordability and maneuverability in urban and rural settings, with dimensions such as an overall length of 4,335 mm, width of 1,690 mm, and height of 1,880 mm for standard gasoline versions.^[35] In East Africa, particularly Tanzania and Kenya, imported used Mazda Bongo trucks have been prevalent since the 1970s for cargo and passenger hauling in informal economies, serving market vending, small-scale logistics, and rural distribution where formal infrastructure is limited.^[36] These vehicles, often sourced from Japan as second-hand imports, offer fuel efficiency around 10-15 km/L for diesel variants, enabling operation in fuel-scarce regions, though actual figures vary with load and maintenance.^[37] Their rear-wheel-drive layout and compact footprint facilitate navigation of unpaved roads, but overloading beyond rated capacity—common due to economic pressures—compromises stability, leading to heightened rollover risks and brake failures on uneven terrain.^[38] Regulatory challenges persist, as operators frequently evade weight limits and safety inspections to maximize earnings, contributing to elevated accident rates in high-traffic areas like Dar es Salaam and Nairobi markets.^[39] Studies on similar light trucks in developing contexts highlight that overloads increase stopping distances by up to 50% and exacerbate tire wear, correlating with disproportionate involvement in collisions relative to larger vehicles.^[40] Despite these drawbacks, Bongos fill critical gaps in underserved logistics, with diesel engines providing torque suited to hilly or dusty conditions absent in heavier alternatives. Production evolved through generations, incorporating front-engine layouts from the 1980s and Euro-compliant updates until discontinuation in 2020, though cheap imports sustain their dominance; limited electric prototypes, like Kia Bongo EV adaptations, have undergone trials but face infrastructure barriers.^[41]^[42]

People

Political figures

Omar Bongo served as President of Gabon from 1967 until his death in 2009, making him Africa's longest-ruling leader at 42 years.^[43] Under his rule, Gabon's economy shifted toward heavy reliance on oil exports after discoveries in the 1950s, with the government acquiring majority stakes in production through partnerships like Elf Gabon, boosting national revenues from negligible levels to billions annually by the 1980s.^[44] GDP per capita rose from approximately $170 in 1967 to over $10,000 by 2008 in current U.S. dollars, driven by oil nationalization and export growth, alongside infrastructure projects such as roads, schools, and the expansion of Libreville's port facilities.^[45] However, these gains were marred by allegations of electoral irregularities, including the 1993 presidential election where opposition leaders claimed widespread fraud, leading to riots and demands for annulment after Bongo's declared 51% victory.^[46]^[47] Posthumously, investigations revealed extensive corruption, with Swiss authorities freezing Bongo family accounts holding millions in embezzled funds, alongside French probes into ill-gotten assets from oil deals.^[48]^[49] Ali Bongo Ondimba, Omar's son, assumed the presidency in 2009 following a disputed succession election and held power until a military coup on August 30, 2023, shortly after official results claimed his re-election with 64% of the vote amid opposition accusations of fraud.^[50]^[51] His tenure saw continued oil revenue management, including anti-poverty programs and environmental conservation efforts, but economic diversification stalled, with GDP per capita stagnating around $8,000-13,000 amid volatility.^[52]^[53] The 2016 election, which he won by less than 6,000 votes, triggered violence and fraud claims, including impossibly high margins in strongholds like 95% in Haut-Ogooué province.^[54]^[55] Health issues compounded instability, with Bongo suffering a stroke in October 2018—denied by the government as mere fatigue—leading to prolonged absences and a 2020 coup attempt fueled by perceptions of incapacity.^[56]^[57] After the 2023 coup, he was placed under house arrest; on May 16, 2025, junta leaders released him, allowing departure to Angola with his family following negotiations.^[58]^[59] Gabon's experience under the Bongo dynasty exemplifies resource curse dynamics, where abundant oil wealth—peaking at over $2 billion in annual government revenues—enabled elite capture rather than inclusive growth, as family-linked firms and loyalists dominated contracts, suppressing broader development despite high per capita figures.^[60] Power consolidation via media control and patronage networks stifled dissent, with opposition often met by force or co-optation, undermining democratic accountability even as oil funded patronage over institutional reforms.^[61] This pattern prioritizes causal factors like rent-seeking incentives over external narratives of mere misfortune, as evidenced by persistent inequality—over 30% poverty rates amid oil booms—and recurrent instability tied to opaque successions rather than pure electoral deficits alone.^[62]^[63]

Other notable individuals

Ali Bongo, stage name of William Oliver Wallace (8 December 1929 – 8 March 2009), was a British illusionist and inventor known for his comedic stage act billed as the "Shriek of Araby." Born in Bangalore, India, to a British family, he developed an early interest in magic and rose to prominence in the UK entertainment scene during the 1960s through live performances and television appearances, including consultations for shows like Doctor Who and Paul Daniels' Magic Show.^[64]^[65] He served as president of The Magic Circle, the premier UK society for magicians, fostering professional standards within a niche community but exerting influence primarily confined to domestic magic circles rather than achieving widespread international recognition.^[66] Bongo contributed to the field through mechanical innovations in illusions, such as automated stage effects that enhanced theatrical presentations, though these advancements remained specialized tools for fellow performers without catalyzing broader shifts in global entertainment technology or popular culture.^[67] His career emphasized commercialization of traditional magic acts via media exposure, yet empirical metrics like audience reach stayed limited to UK broadcasts and conventions, underscoring the esoteric appeal over mass-market transformation.^[65] Beyond Bongo, verifiable non-political figures bearing the surname lack substantial empirical markers of fame, such as major awards, sales records, or documented cultural impacts in fields like music or sports.

Other uses

Media and entertainment

Bongo BD, launched in January 2014 as Bangladesh's pioneering video-on-demand (VOD) platform, initially streamed classic Bengali content via its YouTube channel before expanding to a standalone app offering subscription-based access to local movies, natoks (short dramas), telefilms, web series, and music videos.^[68]^[69] The service emphasizes Bengali-language productions to serve non-English-speaking audiences, partnering with telecom operators for bundled mobile data plans that facilitated penetration in a market where internet access grew from limited urban coverage to over 96 million online users by 2019.^[68]^[70] By 2019, Bongo had amassed over 75 million users across its YouTube channel (with free subscriptions) and paid app, capturing a majority share of Bangladesh's online video market despite global competitors like Netflix, which reported $21.6 million in annual revenue from local subscribers around the same period but struggled with language barriers and payment accessibility.^[68]^[71] The platform's YouTube channel alone reached 4.3 million subscribers by 2020, recognized as Bangladesh's most popular streaming service that year, with total video views exceeding 1.48 billion as of recent data; however, paid subscriber figures remain undisclosed, and growth has been attributed more to free content aggregation than exclusive premium offerings.^[72]^[73] Post-2020 expansions included a pivot to hybrid free-to-premium models after pandemic lockdowns boosted viewership, alongside investments in Bongo Original Series to counter content quality criticisms and piracy prevalent in regional streaming ecosystems.^[74]^[70] These originals, focusing on Bengali narratives, aimed to retain users amid rising competition, though empirical data shows variable production standards and limited global export success compared to international platforms.^[75] Bongo's role in the Bengali media landscape has centered on democratizing access to local entertainment via affordable mobile streaming, sustaining cultural relevance without displacing traditional TV in rural areas.^[76]

Technology and software

Bongo Learn is a video-based platform incorporating artificial intelligence for training and assessment, primarily targeting sales enablement, customer success teams, and higher education. It facilitates scalable coaching through features such as video recording assignments, automated AI feedback on performance, virtual classrooms, and integration with learning management systems like D2L for tracking learner progress and completion rates.^[77]^[78]^[79] The platform, developed by a U.S.-based company, emphasizes verifying revenue-driving behaviors via experiential learning, with tools for both human-reviewed and AI-generated coaching to enhance soft skills like communication.^[80]^[81] Key functionalities include real-time AI analysis of video submissions for personalized feedback, reducing manual review time while supporting remote and asynchronous training. In educational contexts, it enables instructors to assign video tasks, monitor engagement metrics, and validate skill acquisition, with reported adoption in institutions for its integration capabilities.^[82]^[83] Updates as of November 2024 introduced enhanced AI tools for student coaching and instructor analytics, aiming to improve feedback precision, though empirical outcomes depend on integration quality and user-defined benchmarks rather than vendor claims.^[84] User evaluations on platforms like G2 and Capterra yield an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, highlighting practical utility in boosting training completion rates and skill consistency, particularly for distributed teams. However, limitations include occasional inaccuracies in AI assessments for nuanced interpersonal dynamics, challenges navigating reporting dashboards, and data privacy risks associated with storing video content, necessitating compliance with institutional policies.^[85]^[86]^[87] No large-scale independent studies quantify long-term efficacy beyond self-reported metrics, underscoring the need for organizations to validate against internal performance data. Separately, Bongo serves as a plugin for McNeel's Rhino 3D modeling software, enabling keyframe-based animations of 3D objects, cameras, lights, and properties like visibility and transparency within the Rhino environment. Compatible with Rhino versions 5 through 8 on Windows, it supports drag-and-drop workflows for designers creating simple motion sequences without requiring standalone animation suites.^[88]^[89] This tool, distinct from training platforms, focuses on integrated animation for product visualization and prototyping, with features like inverse kinematics for mechanical simulations.^[90] Adoption remains niche among Rhino users, prioritizing ease over advanced rendering capabilities found in dedicated software.^[91]

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Real Time Results. Build and scale a personalized learning experience with feedback capabilities that save you time and enhance your learners' performance.
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Animation for Designers. Simple, integrated animation for Rhino 5, 6, 7 and 8 for Windows. Just drag and drop to create animations in Rhino.Bongo Documentation · Inverse Kinematics · Download Bongo · Animation SetsMissing: Autodesk | Show results with:Autodesk
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