Language
This is them most widely spoken Bantu language, and one of the official languages of Kenya and Tanzania
Swahili
This part of your body is used the most in African drumming
hands
This common African drink is made from boiling dried leaves, like hibiscus or mint.
herbal tea
Some African communities believe in honoring these family members who have passed away but still guide the living.
ancestors
This country in West Africa has English as its official language and over 500 local languages.
Nigeria
This genre of music, developed in Nigeria, blends jazz, funk, and African rhythms
Afrobeat
This tasty rice dish is a favorite in Nigeria and Ghana.
jollof rice
People often gather around the fire in villages to listen to these stories.
folktales
This "click language" is spoken by the San people of Southern Africa
Khoisan
The kora, a harp-like instrument, is made with a gourd and played mostly in this region (North, South, East, or West)
West Africa
In many African countries, stews are often served with this dough-like food made from cornmeal or cassava.
This religion is practiced by many people in North Africa.
Islam
This language is known for its complex system of noun classes and is spoken primarily in Nigeria.
Yoruba
This South African dance became a global sensation during the World Cup in 2010.
Diski Dance
This root vegetable, also called yuca, is used in African stews.
cassava
In African stories, this clever animal often outsmarts others
Spider or Anansi
This language is one of South Africa’s 11 official languages and developed from Dutch settlers.
Afrikaans
Griots are traditional storytellers and musicians mostly found in this West African country.
Mali
This type of bread, cooked in a round pan or clay oven, is popular in North and East Africa.
flatbread or injera
This traditional religion in parts of West Africa involves spirits, ancestors, and natural forces.
Vodun or Voodoo