Gcina Mhlophe is a renowned South African storyteller, actress, author, and activist. Her work has earned her numerous awards and accolades, including the Order of Ikhamanga in Silver, which was awarded to her by the South African government for her contribution to literature and storytelling. Born in 1958 in Durban, South Africa, Mhlophe grew up …
The Mande Charter of Kurukan Fuga, also known as the Kurukan Fuga Declaration or the Manden Charter, is a seminal document in West African history that is widely considered as one of the earliest examples of constitutional democracy in the world. This charter was adopted in the 13th century by the Manden people, who were …
Once upon a time on Earth, there lived a Hyena named Bannan who had fallen in love with Princess Aida, who resided in the sky. Bannan yearned to express his love to the Princess but was at a loss as to how to deliver a letter to her in the sky. He approached a cat, …
Once upon a time, a Hawk and a Hen shared a little house and were closest friends. They both had a love for drumming. One day, the Hawk planned to make a drum, but the Hen was lazy and refused to help. “Let’s go into the forest and chop some wood for the drum,” the …
Griots are traditional West African storytellers and musicians who play an important role in preserving the history and culture of their communities. They are a central part of the oral tradition in many West African countries, including The Gambia, Senegal, Mali, Guinea, and Burkina Faso. Griots are known for their musical skills, playing instruments such …
Africa is a continent rich in culture, history, and creativity. This is reflected in the vibrant and diverse fashion and design scene that exists across the continent. From traditional textiles and patterns to contemporary streetwear, African fashion and design is a melting pot of influences and styles. One of the key elements of African fashion …
Yahya made his first interview on the Gambia National Radio and Television Services (GRTS) on the Coffee With Sainabou show. He was asked about several important questions about his journey as well as his childhood memories. You can watch the interview in English from the link below.
Yahya felt the desire to expand his understanding in the realm of research after graduating from Turkey with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He thought that with his research abilities, he would investigate issues such as society in general, African folklore, and African literature. He began an internship as a research assistant at Malmö …
Yahya fulfilled his promise to visit a school in Kuhmoinen on April 27, 2022. Erno, a teacher in the same school, who made this arrangement feasible, was overjoyed when Yahya agreed to come to the school. The visit was made because the school, which is located in Finland’s Pirkanmaa region, was celebrating an international week. …
Once upon a time, a man by the name of Papa Tunde lived in the kingdom of Nri in the present-day nation of Nigeria. There was also a well-established Jollof kingdom in western Africa at the time, which is now Senegal and part of The Gambia. The Jollof kingdom grew into a mighty empire in …