History & Culture Guest Post: Muslims in West Africa – Analysis Muslims in West Africa A reasonable body of sources for the writing of western African history begins to be available about 1000 CE. Three centuries earlier the Arabs had completed their conquest of Africa north of the Sahara and so came into possession of the northern termini of trade routes reaching across the desert to western […] Written by orokinbae November 9, 2022November 9, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture 10 African Proverbs And Their Meanings African proverbs and their meanings African culture is rich and goes way back to the beginning of time. This is shown in literature and many other historical texts. However one thing about African culture is the fact that it is passed down orally. Generally from generation to generation. That’s one reason why Africans truly value […] Written by orokinbae October 28, 2022November 10, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture 5 Interesting African Folklore You Should Read Interesting African Folklore and more you should read African tradition and stories go hand in hand. This is more prevalent due to the fact that most traditions or practices in Africa are passed down orally, from generation to generation. Folktales make up for a majority of our childhood memories. The days back when we could […] Written by orokinbae October 28, 2022November 11, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture Your Quick guide to Pidgin English – Read Now Guide to Pidgin English What’s pidgin English exactly? It’s basically broken English or simplified English. Really really simplified, you’d be shocked how easy it is to pick up. Over here in West Africa, it’s considered “street” language. Mainly because the majority of the people who use are the common folks and also because it’s really casual. […] Written by orokinbae October 28, 2022November 11, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture 6 Words That Originated From Africa 6 Words That Originated From Africa Africa does have a significant influence on the world contrary to popular belief. Most people hear the word “Africa” and instantly associate it with negative thoughts. Below we explore 5 African words we use in our daily lives and what they mean. First of all is 1.Juju Meaning: a charm […] Written by orokinbae October 28, 2022November 3, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture Africa and Traditionalism: Unpopular Opinion Africa and Traditionalism When someone says traditionalism or mentions fetish priests etc… We immediately think about sacrifices and killing. However what if there is another way to look at this. Generally this is a topic no one really wants to cover. We discuss Africa and Traditionalism from both perspectives below. Africa has become ingrained with Christianity […] Written by orokinbae October 25, 2022November 11, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
History & Culture 5 Things Considered Rude in Africa Things Considered Rude In Africa Africa is a huge continent with plenty of people. Humans are humans and we get offended every day. Planning your next trip to Africa and trying to not bring shame to yourself? Well continue reading below and learn from what we consider to be some of the most important things […] Written by orokinbae June 18, 2021November 9, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked