Shango: The Story of the King Who Became a God in Yoruba Mythology
🔥 Shango: From Historical Ruler to God of Thunder in Yoruba Mythology In the vast plains of southwestern Nigeria, where…
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THE BEST-KNOWN SECRET SOCIETY
The Ciwara society is one of the six secret societies of Bambara cosmogony. A society whose teachings are protected by taboos, the society…
54 Tales of Africa: Côte d’Ivoire Special — A Journey to the Heart of Ivorian Legends
After the resounding success of “54 Tales of Africa”, Ultimes Griots is proud to present its new gem: “54 Tales Côte…
The legendary Queen Sarraounia
Among the Hausa, some communities have often had women as chiefs. Holding real temporal power, the Sarraounia reigned over a…
Bassa Mythology: Hilolombi, the Supreme God
Since the beginning of time, the Bassa have always believed in a supreme deity: HILOLOMBI. Hilolombi is the oldest name of the…
The Greatest African Proverbs
“No son is better than your own son” “Let whoever has not finished crossing a stretch of water not mock…
The Caste Hierarchy of the Manden
In the Mande system of thought, speaking is regulated. Members of the higher subcategories only speak in the absence…
Sanen and Kontron: The Ancestors of Hunters
Sanen and Kontron, the ancestors of hunters, have no homeland; their dwelling is the bush, that is, wherever the game is.…
THE SANDOGO
The Sandogo is a divination society in Senufo country, which can only be consulted for important decisions…
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