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Stories Mother Told: African Folktales

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales

By: Stories Mother Told
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Stories are a big part of the African culture and growing up in the city of Port-Harcourt, these stories shaped my childhood. Times are different now and these bedtime stories which were passed down through generations are not as popular with children as they once were. This podcast aims to bring these stories to the new generation of African children and introduce everyone else to these wonderful stories from the motherland. The lessons and values learnt from these will never be forgotten. Welcome to Stories Mother Told.Stories Mother Told Literature & Fiction
Episodes
  • Sudanese Folktale: Fatna And The Ghoul

    Sudanese Folktale: Fatna And The Ghoul
    May 25 2025

    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’s not strength or speed that saves her - it’s her wit.

    Every night, Mohamed returns home from work singing a special tune - one only his sister, Fatna, would recognize. It’s their routine, their safety. But one night, someone else is singing that same song.

    For more stories from Hana, check out her podcast - https://www.folktalesfromsudan.org/2450082

    I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.

    Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtold

    Instagram: @storiesmothertold

    Black History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/

    If there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

    African Horror Stories (@africanhorrorpodcast): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VPWWSATprI9TrSZCAuAW3?si=fSRNyA2DTvif6p7f5mt7hg
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    19 mins
  • Gabonese Folktale: The Bojabi Tree And The Magic Word

    Gabonese Folktale: The Bojabi Tree And The Magic Word
    May 9 2025

    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 unlock a forest’s last hope.

    I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.

    Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtold

    Instagram: @storiesmothertold

    Black History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/

    If there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

    African Horror Stories (@africanhorrorpodcast): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VPWWSATprI9TrSZCAuAW3?si=fSRNyA2DTvif6p7f5mt7hg
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    6 mins
  • Ghanaian Folktale: Ananse And The Kente Cloth

    Ghanaian Folktale: Ananse And The Kente Cloth
    Dec 2 2024

    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 chance encounter with the clever spider Ananse forever changed their craft—and their village. From weaving simple fabrics to creating royal treasures, this is a story of ingenuity, tradition, and a legacy that endures to this day.

    I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.

    Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtold

    Instagram: @storiesmothertold

    Black History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/

    If there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

    African Horror Stories (@africanhorrorpodcast): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VPWWSATprI9TrSZCAuAW3?si=fSRNyA2DTvif6p7f5mt7hg
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    7 mins
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This is a wonderful children’s story that captures the imagination. The adventures are fun and exciting, and even adults will enjoy reading it aloud. The characters are charming, and the story teaches valuable lessons in a playful way.

My child loves the stories.

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I really love the rich and expressive storytelling with the lovely music and the selection of stories is brilliant! More people should listen to this podcast! African folktales deserve to be heard by all!

Excellent storytelling!

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It’s nice hearing about more African folktales, I have shared this podcast with many friends.

Great folktales

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