Men contribute to the local economy by raising goats, sheep, chicken, and cows. Historically, the people in this region sold rubber, palm oil, and cotton on the international market. The current power structure in Bangubangu villages was imposed by the Belgian colonials and consists of a paramount chief, who is assisted in governing by several officials. Many villages do not recognize his power and pay allegiance to leadership selected on the local level. Village leaders are known as Sultani, a word which is obviously of Arabic origin.
Extended families claim ownership to land, and inheritance is matrilineal.
Shrines are built to appease family spirits, and there is a strong belief in Mujimu spirits who serve as an intermediary between man and god. Within Bangubangu communities, diviners, blacksmiths, and waganga are invested with religious power.