West African Tag

Ayida Weddo : The Rainbow Serpent

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Zankallala : The Tiny Monster

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Kwase Benefo : The Timeless Hero

Ashanti Mortals

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Yasigi : Goddess of Alcohol

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Orunmila : God of Destiny

February 26, 2025

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Owu Mmiri : The Water Spirit

February 7, 2025

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Ntikuma : The Kid Trickster

January 20, 2025

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Tano : The River God

October 24, 2024

Akan Gods, Ashanti Gods

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Bosomtwe : God of the Lake

October 18, 2024

Akan Gods, Ashanti Gods

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Tiurakh : God of Wealth

October 14, 2024

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Ewa : Goddess of Beauty

October 14, 2024

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Njoxonaar : The Protector God

October 11, 2024

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Kolotyolo : The Creator God

October 9, 2024

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Naba Zid Wende : The Supreme God

September 26, 2024

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Ngewo : The Creator God

September 24, 2024

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Thangba Yu : The Creator God

September 17, 2024

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Sno-Nysoa : The Creator God

September 12, 2024

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Gu : God of War

August 27, 2024

Ewe Gods, Fon Gods

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Bori : The Ancestral Spirits

August 27, 2024

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Adjahuto : The Leopard Warrior

August 23, 2024

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Doondari : The Creator God

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Nyankopon : The Supreme God

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Bemba : The Supreme God

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1722929436177{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Bambara Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Mali Associated With Creation, Supreme Powers [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Bemba Introduction Bemba is a central deity in Bambara mythology, playing a pivotal role in the spiritual life of the

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Aje : Goddess of Wealth

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Oya : The Storm Goddess

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1722406609075{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Yoruba Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Shango (Brother) Region Nigeria Associated With Weather, Storms, Winds, Rain [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Oya Introduction Oya is a powerful goddess in Yoruba mythology, celebrated for her dynamic control over the elements

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Amma : The Creator God

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1720852751074{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Dogon Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Mali Associated With Creation [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Amma Introduction Amma, also known as Amen, holds a central place in the religious beliefs of the Dogon people of West Africa.

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Woot : The Founding Father

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1719407251537{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Kuba Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Democratic Republic of Congo Associated With Founding the tribe [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Woot Introduction In Kuba mythology, Woot stands as a revered and complex figure, credited with shaping the

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Bayajidda : The Hausa Founder

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1718165766621{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Hausa Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Daurama (Wife). Bawo (Son), Biram (Son) Region Nigeria Associated With Founding Cities [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Bayajidda Introduction Bayajidda is a central figure in Hausa mythology, embodying bravery, intrigue, and divine intervention,

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Da :The Primordial Snake

Ewe Gods, Fon Gods

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1717992557021{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Fon Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Benin, Togo Associated With Strength, Size [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Da Introduction In Fon mythology, the serpent deity Da holds profound significance. The Fon people of Benin, West Africa, have

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Amokye : Guardian of the Dead

Ashanti Spirits

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Eshu : The Trickster God

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Lebou : The Creator God

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Ogbanje : The Spirit Children

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1714710231041{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin West African Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region Nigeria Associated With Reincarnation [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Ogbange Introduction The Ogbanje is a captivating entity from West African mythology, particularly among the Igbo people. Translated as "children who

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Nyonye Ngana : The Sculptor

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Dodo : Lord of Beasts

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1711688288394{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Hausa Mythology Classification Animals Family Members Damina (Wife) Region Niger, Nigeria, Ghana Associated With Evil, Thunder [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Dodo Introduction In the intricate realm of Hausa mythology, the Dodo emerges as a prominent figure, renowned for

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Sakpata : God of the Earth

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1711594732347{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Fon Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Mawu Lisa (Mother) Region Benin, Togo Associated With Small Pox, Earth [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Sakpata Introduction Sakpata, also referred to as Sagbata, holds a significant place within the Fon religion of

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Sasabonsam : The Ashanti Vampire

Ashanti Spirits

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1710564363193{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Ashanti Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region Ghana Associated With Blood Sucking, Forests [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Sasabonsam Introduction Sasabonsam, a captivating figure from Ashanti mythology, is often portrayed as a vampire-like entity inhabiting remote areas and

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Oba : The River Goddess

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1710046275025{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Yoruba Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Yemoja (Mother), Shango (Husband) Region Nigeria Associated With Rivers, Love, Lightning [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Oba Introduction Ọba, the revered Orisha of Yoruba mythology, commands admiration for her strength, wisdom, and steadfast

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Roog : The Supreme God

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1710039031829{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Wolof Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Senegal, Gambia Associated With Supreme Power [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Roog Introduction Roog, also referred to as Rog or Koox in the Cangin languages, stands as the Supreme God and

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Aziza : The African Fairy

February 23, 2024

Dahomey Spirits, Fon Spirits

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1723105549440{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin West African Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region Benin Associated With Forests, Magic [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Aziza Introduction Aziza, a term deeply entrenched in West African mythology, particularly originating from the Dahomey region, denotes a supernatural

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Nyambe : The Supreme God

February 7, 2024

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1707203818195{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Kuba Mythology Classification Gods Family Members N/A Region Democratic Republic of Congo Associated With Absolute Powers [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Nyambe Introduction Nyambe holds a paramount position in Kuba mythology, a belief system embraced by the Bantu community

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Kuri : The Mischief Maker

January 23, 2024

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1705755352767{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Hausa Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Magaji (Father), Maguzhi (Brother), Gizo (Son), Region Niger, Nigeria Associated With Shapeshifting, Mischief [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Kuri Introduction Kuri's origins reside in the mists of Hausa creation myths. He is often

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Legba : The Trickster God

January 19, 2024

Ewe Gods, Fon Gods

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1704807975577{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Fon Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Mawu (Father), Lisa (Mother), Gu (Brother), Ayaba (Wife) Region Benin, Togo, Nigeria Associated With Trickery, Messenger [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Legba Introduction Legba holds a prominent place in Fon mythology, esteemed as

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Asase Yaa : The Earth Goddess

January 3, 2024

Akan Gods, Ashanti Gods

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1729228954623{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Ashanti Mythology, Akan Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Nyame (Father), Nyankapon (Husband), Bea, Tano, Anansi (Children) Region Ghana, Ivory Coast Associated With Earth, Truth, Peace, Fertility, Harvest [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Asase Yaa Introduction Asase Yaa, also known

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Gbahali : The Terror Croc

December 29, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1723105871277{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin West African Mythology Classification Hybrids Family Members N/A Region Liberia Associated With Crocodiles, Rivers [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Gbahali Introduction Gbahali, a name bestowed upon a formidable and mysterious entity, inhabits the rivers and swamps of Liberia, a

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Mami Wata : The Water Mother

December 28, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1723105473878{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin West African Mythology Classification Spirits Family Members N/A Region West and Central Africa Associated With Rivers, Lakes [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Mama Wata Introduction Mami Wata, revered in West, Central, and Southern Africa, as well as in the

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Sango : The Rain God

December 21, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1725517814663{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Yoruba Mythology Classification Gods Family Members Oya, Oshun, and Oba (Wife) Region Nigeria, Benin, Togo Associated With Rain, Thunder, Lightning, Earthquakes [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Sango Introduction Sango, alternatively known as Jakuta, holds a prominent position within Yoruba

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Sarki : The Water Serpent

December 18, 2023

[vc_row][vc_column offset="vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs"][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295235390{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Listen [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1672295261012{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] At a glance [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1701946828994{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"] Description Origin Hausa Mythology Classification Animals Family Members N/A Region Nigeria Associated With Water, Rivers [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Sarki Introduction The Hausa, a significant ethnic group primarily located in northern Nigeria, stand as one of West Africa's largest communities.

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Olokun : The Sea God

December 11, 2023

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Ọbatala : The Creator God

December 5, 2023

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Nyame : The Sky God

December 4, 2023

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