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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.
Mamlambo isn’t the typical nurturing or protective goddess many might expect. Originating from South African folklore, she’s often described as a powerful water spirit with the ability to shape-shift. In this article, we’ll explore her origins, the legends that surround her, and what makes her one of the most distinctive figures in African mythology.
The ancient Egyptians believed that death marked the beginning of a soul’s journey to eternal life. Central to this belief was the Duat — the Egyptian underworld — through which the soul had to travel. This article explores the twelve gates of the Duat, the guardians who watched over them, and the meaning of each stage in the soul’s passage to eternity.
This article gives an interesting insight into the history of the female Yoruba deity Ọ̀ṣun, her origin and the Ọ̀ṣun Òṣogbo.
