The Lebou are described as a subgroup of the Wolof living mainly on the Cap Vert peninsula and along the coast from Kayar to Mbour. Their coastal location shapes their economic life, with fishing identified as their primary activity. Some Lebou also work in the construction trades, and many market women in Dakar are Lebou.

Yoff, just north of Dakar, serves as the Lebou political and spiritual capital. Oakam and Ngor are named as other Lebou centers, locating the community within the urban and coastal landscape around the Senegalese capital. Although Lebou market women in Dakar speak Wolof, the group retains a distinct communal identity.

Lebou social and religious life emphasizes piety and respect for elders. Families are understood to include both living people and associated ancestral spirits, while public exorcism dances and rituals form a notable part of communal practice. The excerpt also connects the Lebou to Wolofization, indicating sustained cultural interaction with the dominant Wolof.