Abba Bukkush: The Clever Court Jester
In the ancient highlands of Ethiopia, where the morning mist danced across golden fields and the royal palace stood proud against the azure sky,
Hyena and Fox’s False Dispute
In the ancient highlands of Ethiopia, where the acacia trees stretched their thorny branches toward endless blue skies and the red earth told stories
How the Dog Lost Her Voice: Ethiopian Folktale
Long ago, when the world was still young and fresh, the dog was not only the companion of man but also his equal in
The Song from the Tree: An Ethiopian Folktale from Gambela
Once there was a woman who lived peacefully with her husband and their three daughters. For many years, her household was filled with laughter,
The Magic Cow: An Ethiopian Folktale
Once upon a time, in the Gambela region of Ethiopia, there lived a man with two wives. One day, his first wife became gravely
Achok Goes Fishing: An Ethiopian Folktale from Gambela
One bright day in the Gambela region of Ethiopia, young Achok walked to the river with a fishing basket in hand. The water shimmered under
The Tortoise, the Dog, and the Farmer
In the ancient land of Kurumi, nestled in the heart of southwestern Nigeria, a terrible famine had settled over the villages like a dark
The Man from the River: Anuak Folktale from Ethiopia
Long ago, by the slow, winding waters of the Alwaro River, two young women named Achala and Ajulo went down with their spears, hoping
Obang and His Dog: An Anuak Folktale from Ethiopia
Obang had a dog that was unlike any other in the village. It was strong and swift, with eyes sharp enough to follow the
How the Chipmunk Got Its Stripes
Long, long ago, when the world was still young and animals could speak as clearly as humans do today, there lived a small creature
