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List Of African Mythological Figures
This is a list of African spirits as well as deities found within the traditional African religions. It also covers spirits as well as deities found within the Afro-American religions—which is mostly derived from traditional African religions. Additionally, prominent mythic figures including heroes and legendary creatures may also be included in this list. Akan *Abu-Mehsu *Amokye *Anansi *Asase Ya *Aso *Bia *Bobowissi *Bosomtwe *Intikuma *Katarwiri *Kwase Benefo *Kweku Tsin *Nyame *Owuo * Tano Alur * Jok Odudu Bambara * Bemba *Chiwara *Duga *Faro *Kontron *Muso Koroni *Ndomadyiri * Ninimini *Sanen *Suruku *Teliko Baganda * Katonda *Ggulu * Kibuka *Kitaka *Kiwanuka * Mukasa *Musisi *Nambi *Warumbe *Wanema *Wanga Bahumono *Owazi Boloki * Libanza * Njambe Dahomey * Agé *Ayaba *Da * Gbadu * Gleti *Gu *Lisa *Loko *Mawu *Nana Buluku *Salosteles *Sakpata *Xevioso *Zinsi *Zinsu Dinka * Abuk * Aiwel * Deng * Kejok * Nhialic Efik * Abassi *Atai Fang * Meb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Africa
Africa is the world's second-largest and second-most populous continent, after Asia in both cases. At about 30.3 million km2 (11.7 million square miles) including adjacent islands, it covers 6% of Earth's total surface area and 20% of its land area.Sayre, April Pulley (1999), ''Africa'', Twenty-First Century Books. . With billion people as of , it accounts for about of the world's human population. Africa's population is the youngest amongst all the continents; the median age in 2012 was 19.7, when the worldwide median age was 30.4. Despite a wide range of natural resources, Africa is the least wealthy continent per capita and second-least wealthy by total wealth, behind Oceania. Scholars have attributed this to different factors including geography, climate, tribalism, colonialism, the Cold War, neocolonialism, lack of democracy, and corruption. Despite this low concentration of wealth, recent economic expansion and the large and young population make Afr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ninki Nanka
A Ninki Nanka is a legendary creature in West African folklore. Descriptions of the creature vary, but most contend that the animal is reptilian and possibly dragon-like. According to tradition, the Ninki Nanka lives in the swamps of West Africa. The animal is said to be extremely large and very dangerous. It is said that when children get too confident and feel they can disobey their parents and go into the swamp they will be taken by the Ninki Nanka. This creature's tales were never recorded in any sort of non-modern text but the story of it has spread from tribe to tribe all over Africa. There is a song called "Ninki Nanka" on the album ''Casamance au clair de lune'' (1984) by the Senegalese music group Touré Kunda. A group of "dragon hunters" from the Centre for Fortean Zoology (CFZ) went to Gambia in the summer of 2006 to investigate the Ninki Nanka and take testimony from those who have claimed to have seen the mythical creature. One interviewee who claimed to have had a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dahomey Mythology
The Dahomean religion was practiced by the Fon people of the Dahomey Kingdom. The kingdom existed until 1898 in what is now the country of Benin. People taken from Dahomey to the Caribbean used elements of the religion to form Vodou and other religions of the Afro-Caribbean diaspora. ''Mawu'' and ''Lisa'' Lisa (male) and Mawu (female), married twin siblings of Nana Buluku, are the creator spirits, occasionally combined as Mawu-Lisa, an androgynous spirit. Mawu-Lisa created the world and made it orderly, then made plants, animals, and humans; the entire process took four days. *The first day, Mawu-Lisa created the world and humanity; *The second day the earth was made suitable for human life; *On the third day, humans were given intellect, language, and the senses; *Finally, on the fourth day, mankind received the gift of technology. Offspring-spirits of ''Mawu'' and ''Lisa'' * Gbadu *Da and Gu *Dan Other spirits * Agé * Avrikiti * Ayaba * Egberun * Fa * Gleti * Gu * Le ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Njambe (god)
Njambe is the supreme creator god figure in the traditional religion of the Loki or Boloki people, who are primarily based in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to anthropologist John H. Weeks, Njambe is also used to refer to a deity associated with sickness and death He is prominent in Boloki myths regarding the origin of death Representation According to Weeks, Njambe is one of the names used to refer to the supreme god-figure worshipped by the Boloki people. In total, Weeks found that there were four commonly used names to refer to a supreme god figure, which may be represented by different or same deities: # Libanza, described as the creator of all things. Libanza is also the mythic hero figure of the Boloki people. # Nzakomba, described as the mythological figure responsible for determining the thoughts and hearts of humans and animals. The people of Lulanga in Malwai also use this name to refer to god. # Kombu, described as a creator god of people with m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Libanza
Libanza is a legendary figure in Boloki and Upoto mythologies. In Boloki mythology, Libanza is a heroic character who is depicted as the first man, while in Upoto mythology, Libanza is a supreme god worshipped for creating the universe. In Boloki mythology Libanza was born from a mother figure who gave birth to all animals of the earth. Before his birth, Libanza's shield, spears, and chair left his mother's womb first. Libanza's father was already killed by this time by an unknown figure when he was stealing fruits for his wife. Libanza eventually found out about this and went on a journey to pursue his father's murderer with his sister, Nsongo. He later succeeded in avenging his father's death by killing his murderer. Libanza also had shape-shifting abilities, which he later used in his other adventures. In Upoto mythology As the creator god in Upoto mythology, Libanza is also associated with an origin-of-death myth involving two groups of people: the people of the earth and t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Loki Dialect
Loki (Boloki), or Ruki, is a Bantu language spoken in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is very close to Lingala. The Boloki (Baloki) people are named after the Ruki River The Ruki is a river in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is a left tributary of the Congo River. It may be seen as the lower reach of the Busira River, which in turn may be seen as the lower reach of the Tshuapa River. Location The Ruki is ...; they live on either side of the Congo River where the Ruki joins it. References {{Narrow Bantu languages, C-D Languages of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Bangi-Ntomba languages ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bahumono
The Bahumono (Ehumono, Kohumono) people are the ethnic group in Nigeria located primarily in the Abi local government area of Cross River State. They are the largest ethnic group in the region. They speak the Kohumono language. History The Ehumono live along the Cross River and are known to have migrated from Hotumusa around the region of a rock called Ekpon á Rara, which they claim to be their spiritual and ancestral home. The tribe consists of eight villages namely; Ebijakara (Ebriba), Ebom, Ediba, Usumutong, Anong, Igonigoni, Afafanyi, and Abeugo. They are closely related to the Efik, Waawa , Yakurr , Akunakuna, Ekoi people and Annang people. The Bahumono people during the pre colonial period were adamant to accept the laws of the British administration. They and other upper Cross River tribes foiled the Cross River expedition of 1895, 1896 and 1898 leading to the massacre of several British personnel. They were once part of the Aro Confederacy. Culture and tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wanga (mythology)
Wanga is a member of the Baganda pantheon of gods or ''balubaale'', and is associated with divination and health. He is said to be one of the first Baganda heroes to ascend into godhood. Representation Wanga is considered as one of the oldest members of the ''balubaale''. Family Wanga is the son of Wadda and Bukulu. Bukulu was created by Katonda and descended to earth with Kintu. Wanga is the third child of Wadda and Bukulu and has two other siblings; Musisi, another member of the balubaale who is associated with the earthquake phenomenon, and Laba. Myths The temple of Wanga It was said that the sun once fell from the sky. This caused darkness to befall upon the world, and the king of Baganda requested the help of Wanga, who at the time resided in Ssese Islands. Wanga decided to lend his aid, and set out to Baganda. Then, he returned the sun to its rightful position. As a reward, the king of Baganda built a temple in his honor. Another interpretation of the myth deta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Warumbe
Walumbe is a character in the Ganda creation myth, The Legend of Kintu. He is the son of Ggulu and the brother of Nambi. His name is translated from Lugandan as "disease" or "death" and he is responsible for death on Earth according to Gandan mythology. The Legend In The Legend of Kintu, Kintu (the first man) is eventually met by Nambi, the daughter of the heavenly deity Ggulu (also known as Mugulu). Upon learning of Kintu's existence, Ggulu orders his sons to steal Kintu's cow. Nambi is enraged by this and decides to bring Kintu to heaven. Kintu is then given many trials from Ggulu. After Kintu passes all of Ggulu's tests, Ggulu gives him his daughter among other gifts to take back to Earth. He gives them multiple vegetable plants, a hen, and some millet. He warns them then to hurry back to Earth to avoid gaining the attention of Nambi's brother Warumbe (also known as Walumbe) who he had sent away on an errand to prevent him from meeting Kintu. He specifically tells them not to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nambi (mythology)
Nambi is the daughter of Mugulu, also known as Ggulu in some versions of Ugandan mythology. In the Ugandan creation myth, it is Nambi and her younger sister who discover Kintu, the first man. Nambi helps Kintu throughout his journey and trials, and eventually becomes his wife and mother of his children. Mythological character The Ugandan creation story begins with Kintu, the first man, wandering Earth with only his possessions on him and his cow. For many days he wandered in Uganda alone, until suddenly, Nambi and her younger sister dropped down from heaven. Nambi is curious to see the man, unknowing who or what he is, nor what kind of creature his cow is. Kintu also sees the sisters, but instead of approaching them, keeps his distance. Nambi eventually approaches Kintu, asking what animal is with him and tells him that neither her or her sister had ever seen a man before. After their meeting, Nambi and her sister discuss the interaction. Nambi decides that Kintu is a man, and upo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mukasa (mythology)
Mukasa, known as Mugasa in the Runyakitara/Rutara languages, is a member of the pantheon of gods or ''balubaale'' in Baganda traditional religion and is considered the god of prosperity, harvest, fertility, and health. In several myths, he is also associated with divination and prophecies. Mukasa was originally a hero who ascended to become a deity. He is one of the highest ranked gods in the ''balubaale'', and in some sources, is known as its chief. Mukasa is also recognized as the guardian of Lake Victoria. His primary temple is located in Bubembe Island and is still present to this day. Representation Mukasa is depicted as a benevolent god or ''lubaale''. He is supposed to dwell in lakes. According to Apollo Kaggwa's (1934) accounts of the Baganda people, Mukasa is the one of the most important god and is widely worshipped. Family Mukasa is the son of the god Wanema and is the grandson of Musisi, the personification of earthquake An earthquake (also known ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kibuka (mythology)
Kibuka, also known as Kibuuka, is a member of the ''balubaale'' or pantheon of gods in the religion of the Baganda people, who resides in present-day Uganda. He is thought to be a war god. Representation Kibuka often provides advice to Baganda kings during times of war, diseases, as well as other catastrophic events. According to some sources, Kibuka, just like his older brother Mukasa, used to be mortal but ascended to godhood. Family Kibuka is the younger brother of Mukasa, the god of prosperity, fertility, and harvest. They are both the sons of Wanema, and the grandsons of Musisi, who is depicted as the embodiment of the earthquake. Myths Death of Kibuka According to one myth, Kibuka was sent by his father, Wanema, to assist one of the Baganda kings, Nakibinge, who was in the middle of a war with the people of Bunyoro. Kibuka helped devised the plan to defeat them, and his role was to strike the Bunyoro soldiers from the clouds. Victory was imminent for the Bagan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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