Stories Mother Told: African Folktales Podcast
1) Sudanese Folktale: Fatna And The Ghoul
Today's story is a special one from Sudan. Hana Baba, from the podcast "Folktales from Sudan", tells us a story of how a clever girl named Fatna finds herself face-to-face with a terrifying ghoul, it’...Show More
2) Gabonese Folktale: The Bojabi Tree And The Magic Word
When hunger swept through the jungle, it wasn’t the fastest or the loudest who saved the day — it was the tortoise. In this Gabonese folktale, we follow a quiet hero on a journey for a word that could...Show More
3) Ghanaian Folktale: Ananse And The Kente Cloth
Step into the vibrant world of the Asante Kingdom and discover the origins of the iconic Kente cloth. In this episode, we recount the legendary tale of two brothers, Nana Koragu and Nana Ameyaw, whose...Show More
4) Nigerian Folktale: Why The Cat Hates Rats
In King Ansa’s palace, trust is everything—until a crafty rat and a loyal cat find themselves at odds over a secret. This Nigerian folktale unravels the origins of the age-old tension between cats and...Show More
5) Egyptian Folktale: The Doomed Prince
In this episode, we dive into one of ancient Egypt’s most mysterious tales, where fate and prophecy weigh heavily on a young prince. Born under a dark prediction, the prince’s destiny is marked by thr...Show More
6) Zimbabwean Folktale: The Midnight Goat Thief
In this classic Zimbabwean folktale, The Midnight Goat Thief, we dive into the mischievous world of Hare and Baboon. Hare invites his loyal friend Baboon on a journey to a distant village for a feast,...Show More
7) Cameroonian Folktale: The Talking Skull
Journey deep into the heart of Cameroon with this age-old folktale, as we unravel the mysterious tale of a lone skull with an eerie voice and a profound message. This story weaves lessons of fate, con...Show More
8) Ugandan Folktale: The Greedy Dog
Today's story is one from Uganda. Dive into this Ugandan folktale that weaves a captivating narrative around a cunning, insatiable dog and his relentless pursuits. Journey with us through the lush Uga...Show More
9) Angolan Folktale: The Legend of Queen Nzinga - Protector of the Land
Today's story is one from Angola. Dive into a tale of bravery, strategy, and compassion as we journey through the life of Angola's most revered queen, a beacon of hope and resilience for all ages.I ho...Show More
10) Congolese Folktale: The Three Brothers
Today's story is one from The Congo. Dive into a tale of fate, family, and the whispers of a magical river. Join Clement, Charles, and Michael on a journey of discovery, survival, and the unbreakable ...Show More