Malaysian board game showcases rich tapestry of community life in wet markets


'Bansan' is a board game that uses beautifully illustrated art to create a platform for more diverse groups of people, especially youth, to engage deeply in the local culture through the neighbourhood market. Photo: Project Bansan

“When was the last time you went to the market?”

Far from a passing enquiry, the answer to this may just put you one step ahead in Bansan, the latest board game from arts and culture groups Arts-ED and LUMA.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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