We present a computer-assisted, multidisciplinary, first approach to addressing this problem of
detecting the layers of contact in Bangime. First, we assemble lexical evidence of contact
between Bangime speakers with their neighboring languages, using a computer-assisted
technique, followed by an evaluation of the materials by contrasting them with genetic findings.
Specifically, we propose trajectories for Bangande settlement patterns. With this study, we lay
the foundation of future collaborative work that will improve, correct, and enhance the results of
this study. The original data used for the study are made available so that additional
researchers may follow up on and test our hypotheses concerning contact layers in Bangime.