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Cartoon illustrations of African-origin English words, including a zombie, cola can, banjo, safari animals, zebra, and tote bag.

The English words with African roots

Discover the surprising African roots of everyday English words like cola, banjo,safari, and more.

The English words with African roots

Discover the surprising African roots of everyday English words like cola, banjo,safari, and more.

Ghana and Germany flags

Why German kids speak more Twi than UK kids

My theory on why kids in Germany learn Twi better than those in the UK.

Why German kids speak more Twi than UK kids

My theory on why kids in Germany learn Twi better than those in the UK.

Afrobeats stars Ayra Starr, Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, Sarkodie

What native language rules Afrobeats? Yoruba, P...

We analyse Billboard’s 50 Best Afrobeats songs to reveal which native language truly comes out on top.

What native language rules Afrobeats? Yoruba, P...

We analyse Billboard’s 50 Best Afrobeats songs to reveal which native language truly comes out on top.

African family characters with speech bubbles showing greetings in African languages: Mhoro, kedu ka ị mere?, báwo ni?, Hujambo, and Mbote

The 3 superpowers of language

Discover the 3 superpowers of language — connection, creativity, and culture.

The 3 superpowers of language

Discover the 3 superpowers of language — connection, creativity, and culture.

Young girl playing with Tribal Tongue Talking Flashcards device, learning Yoruba words with colourful illustrated cards and music notes.

5 reasons why kids learn faster with talking fl...

5 reasons why talking flashcards are the perfect tool for learning African languages for kids.

5 reasons why kids learn faster with talking fl...

5 reasons why talking flashcards are the perfect tool for learning African languages for kids.

DIY Twi flashcards showing Ohemaa (queen) with a photo of Queen Elizabeth and Edwuma (office) with a photo from The Office TV show

How I learnt Twi using flashcards

How I found creative ways to learn Twi again after losing it in the diaspora.

How I learnt Twi using flashcards

How I found creative ways to learn Twi again after losing it in the diaspora.