Mpongwe folklore

A lonely hyena sits with piles of meat while other animals keep away - Gabonese folktale

Why Hyena Was Left Alone

African Folktales·Central African Folktales·Gabonese Folktales·Mpongwe Folktales

In the deep forests of Gabon, where the air hung heavy with the scent of damp earth and the rivers carried songs through the trees, Hyena roamed with restless hunger. He was never satisfied. No matter how much meat he found, no matter how many scraps he stole from others, his belly seemed to call for more. The animals of

Antelope frees Leopard from a hunter’s trap as Tortoise watches nearby - Gabonese folktale

African Folktales·Central African Folktales·Gabonese Folktales·Mpongwe Folktales

Why Gratitude Matters

Long ago, deep in the forests of Gabon, the animals lived side by side under the tall trees and wide skies. Among them were Leopard and Antelope, two creatures whose paths often crossed. Leopard was strong, fierce, and admired for his speed and hunting skill. Antelope was graceful and alert,

birds quarreling in the forest as Hawk spreads his wings to restore peace - Gabonese folktale

The Quarrel of the Birds

In the dense green forests of Gabon, where the canopy touched the

Why Hyena Was Left Alone

Why Gratitude Matters

The Quarrel of the Birds

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