Oware is a traditional board game that originated in West Africa and is part of the family of games known as mancala. It is played on a wooden board with two rows of six pits, where players distribute seeds or stones. The objective is to capture more seeds than the opponent by strategically moving them around the board. Players take turns picking up all the seeds from one of their pits and sowing them in a clockwise direction. The game encourages strategic thinking and planning, making it popular among people of all ages. Oware is not only a game but also a cultural activity that fosters social interaction.