Outta Africa: The “batakari”, also known as the “war shirt,” originates from the northern regions of Ghana and has long been a symbol of protection and power across West Africa. Worn by spiritualists, warriors, and chiefs, these garments were traditionally woven from narrow strips of cotton, then reinforced with sacred charms - leather amulets filled with Quranic verses, herbal remedies, and symbolic objects - believed to guard the wearer from harm. Beyond their spiritual significance, they…