Marriage in West Africa has played a central role in shaping aspects of society and has evolved over time. While traditional ...

The Aka Pygmies living in the south-west region of the Central African Republic have developed a distinctive vocal musical tradition, which involves a complex type of contrapuntal polyphony based on ...

Top of the pops is Arabic, spoken by some 150 million people across the continent. It’s the liturgical language of Islam and holds cultural significance across North Africa, including Egypt, Sudan, ...

he united several of West Africa’s kingdoms to defeat Ghana’s king, Sumanguru. He then began to conquer more land in the area, calling his new kingdom the Mali Empire. Records of oral history ...

Explore the transformative power of West African wellness practices that nourish your body, mind, and soul, inspired by centuries of tradition.

Genetic insights into the Fulani people not only illuminate their biological history but also enrich our understanding of their cultural and historical narratives.

"Good oral health is a prerequisite for your wholesome health," stated Anthony Esyalai, the Head of Demand Creation for Beauty and well-being and Personal Care for Unilever in East and West Africa.