As an alternative hypothesis, my first thought was
Baule, based on grips on the sword in this thread,
and the dagger shown below with the following description:
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Very Rare Dagger of the Baule Tribe, Ivory Coast - 13207
The swords and daggers of the Baule tribe are quite rare and sought after by collectors of African weapon / tribal arts. The Baule people reside in Ivory Coast and Neighboring Ghana and known to be masters of wood work and wood engraving. We offer here for sale a classical dagger / short sword of the Baule. The blade is leaf shaped, 10 inches long 3 inches wide a bit crudely forged. The handle is carved hardwood set with brass tacks. The scabbard is wood, covered with hide and set with red painted shells, which were added only to weapons of highly prestigious owners. Total length 14 inches. Very good condition. One of the shells is partially loose. The seam of the hide on the back is open due to hide shrink. Small wood chips on the handle. A very rare authentic piece.
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But I am very far from an expert and maybe the Chokwe grip gp posted is a better match.
EDIT: Or maybe Lunda?
But that sword is also described as possibly Chokwe:
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Old And Exceptional Sword From The Lunda Tribe / Tshokwe / Chokwe / Songye Dr Congo Ca 1900"
Old And Rare Sword From The Tshokwe / Lunda / Songye Tribe - Dr Congo
Period: 1900 / before 1940
Length: 70 cm
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