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Quiz
Think you know African mythology? Match each being to their legend and prove your knowledge.
Anansi the trickster is a West African God. He often takes the shape of a spider and is considered to be the god of all knowledge of stories.
Listen to Sesi and Haleemah express their love and dislike for certain Nigerian foods while appreciating every effort used in bringing our delicacies to existence. What are your favourite meals? When was the first time you encountered them and how was the experience Why do some of your friends like certain dishes you dislike?
In this episode, we speak to Fatima about jinns in Northern Nigeria.
An ode to Masa, a Northern Nigerian breakfast staple. A flavourful cake with a crunchy exterior and soft sponge like interior, Masa is often eaten with Yaji or Miyan Taushe.
For the month of June, 2023, Oriire is going to be accepting submissions for its second Writing Contest. Submissions will be accepted for three main categories: History, Mythology and Food. Oriire's Writing Contest awards writers from all over Africa an opportunity to tell stories about their culture and to showcase their knowledge about the African Continent in compelling and boldly imaginative ways.
Oriire is requesting paid submissions related to African mythology, history and food.
