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Think you know African mythology? Match each being to their legend and prove your knowledge.
Goddesses are known to be beautiful and powerful, is the Goddesses Anansa going to be any different? Listen now as Maryann shares more insight on the Calabar Goddess, Anansa.
Lavigne takes us on a cruise to Kenya, sharing all there is to know about Kenyan food. This episode will most likely get you hungry, better grab a pack of popcorn or better groundnut as you listen
Bayajidda is the mythological hero in the tale of the Hausa Kingdoms’ origin. The story has multiple versions, but that said, is Bayajida a myth or a legend? On this episode our guest; Shamsudeen gives us an interesting breakdown sharing the story of Bayajida.
The article offers a glimpse into Yoruba-language cinema, which has evolved from a rich oral and theatrical heritage to emerge as a dynamic canvas for visualizing Oríkì, the Yòrùbá praise poetry.
This article aims to delve into Obasi's cinematic portrayal of Mami Wata, examining its relationship to traditional lore and considering the broader context of how African cinema engages with its rich variety of gods, spirits, and myths.
In 2023, Netflix brought the urban legend of Madam Koi-Koi to global screens with "The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi," Nollywood's first horror series on the platform. But the question is, did they get her right? Let's compare the ghost we grew up fearing to her slick new streaming makeover.
