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The Secret Surrounding the Initiation Rite and Adulthood Transition of the Senufo Youth

How does one become a respected man in the Senufo community? Discover and explore the Senufo Poro society's hidden ceremonies, which put genuine adulthood to the test through rigorous spiritual and mental training as well as nonverbal instructions.

Myth

Gle Mask-Spirits as Agents of Social Order Among the Dan of Côte d’Ivoire and Liberia

Among the Dan people of west-central Côte d'Ivoire and northern Liberia, Gle masks aren't just carved objects sitting behind glass. This exploration dives into how the entities behind these masks function as both spiritual guardians and problem-solvers in Dan society.

History

Initiation Rites and the Transition to Adulthood Among the Senufo of Côte d’Ivoire

This article centers on how initiation rites are identified as a rite of passage from childhood to adulthood among African traditional communities. It explains the significance of these rites in the traditional sense, focusing on the Senufo People of Côte d’Ivoire.

The Adze

Spirit / Vampire

Ewe (Ghana, Togo, Benin)

The Chaneques

Nature Spirit

Veracruz, Mexico (Mesoamerican with Afro-diaspora links)

The Mokele-Mbembe

Cryptid

Congo Basin (Central Africa)

The Story of Kintu and Other Common Threads in African Mythology

Kintu is a mythological figure who appears in a creation myth of the Baganda people of Buganda, Uganda. According to this legend, Kintu was the first person on earth and the first man to wander the plains of Uganda alone.

Igbo Delicacies and Cuisines

Igbo cuisine is the various foods of the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. There are many dishes that are common to the Igbos in particular. The core of Igbo food is its soups. Listen to our latest podcast and get ready to practice some of the tips we shared.

The Westernization of African Religions and vice versa

Once again, Sesi and Haleemah talk Africa. Today we take a look at the westernization of African Regions.

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