Timeless African folktales retold for a new generation
Mawu’s Divine Justice
In the ancient days when the gods walked closely with mortals and divine wisdom governed the affairs of earth, the great goddess Mawu maintained perfect order over all creation through her mysterious ways. Each dawn brought with it a sacred ritual that had continued unchanged for countless years: Mawu would
Mabel and the Witch
Once upon a time, in a place not so very far away,
Why Ants Carry Bundles as Big as Themselves
Kweku Anansi, the trickster spider of Ashanti tales, was well known for
The Boy Who Was Raised by Spirits
The people of Ikom believed that the forests surrounding their villages were living places, rich with towering trees, winding streams, and mysteries that ordinary eyes could not always understand.
Chief Indoma and the Human Sacrifices
Long ago, in the forested hills of Ikom in Southern Nigeria, there lived a respected ruler known as Chief Indoma. His people admired him for his strength, wisdom, and
Inkang and the Mushroom Child
Long ago, in the lush forests and fertile lands of Ikom in Southern Nigeria, there lived a hardworking man named Inkang and his devoted wife, Igiri. They were respected
The Proud Girl Who Refused Every Suitor
In the ancient kingdom of Old Calabar, there lived a wealthy man and his wife who had only one child, a daughter named Afiong. She was admired throughout the
The Fish Who Lost His Home
Long ago, during the reign of King Eyo in the ancient kingdom of Calabar, the world was very different from the one we know today. Rivers flowed peacefully through
The Royal Stool of Glidji
On the southeastern coast of Togo, near the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Guinea, lies the historic town of Glidji, an important cultural center of the Gen, also
The Potters of Kouma
Nestled among the green hills of Togo, the communities of Kouma have long been known for their rich tradition of pottery making. For countless generations, families gathered fine clay
The Calabash Carvers of Sokodé
In the heart of central Togo lies the vibrant town of Sokodé, a place long celebrated for its rich cultural traditions, lively markets, and skilled artisans. Among the Tem,
Koutammakou’s Earthen Castles
In the northern reaches of Togo lies the extraordinary cultural landscape of Koutammakou, home of the Batammariba people. Rolling hills, rocky outcrops, fertile valleys, and scattered woodlands create a
The Crossing at Fazao
Rising across central Togo, the Fazao Mountains have long formed a landscape of rolling hills, dense forests, rocky slopes, and winding valleys. Long before paved roads connected towns and
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