Languages of Benin
Fon
This is a language widely spoken by the Fon people inhabiting Southern Benin. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gen
This a language spoken by the Mina people inhabiting Southern Benin. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bariba
This is a language spoken by the Bariba people of Northeastern Benin. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Yoruba
This a language spoken by inhabitants of Eastern Benin. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Dendi
This is a trade language spoken in Northern Benin. It is within the Songhai branch of the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Languages of Cabo Verde
Crioulo
This is a Portuguese-based creole language widely spoken by inhabitants of Cabo Verde, divided into Sotavento and Barlavento groups.
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people inhabiting Cabo Verde. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Balanta Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Balante people inhabiting Cabo Verde. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Manjak
This is a language spoken by the Manjaco people inhabiting Cabo Verde. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Languages of Gambia
Mandinka
This is a primary language spoken by the Malinke people of the Gambia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Wolof
This is a primary language spoken by Wolof people inhabiting Gambia. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Pulaar
This is a language spoken by the Fulani and Toucouleur people inhabiting the Gambia. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Serer
This is a language spoken by the Serer people inhabiting Northern Gambia. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Jola
This is a language spoken by the Jola people inhabiting the Gambia. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Soninke
This is a language spoken by the Soninke people inhabiting the Gambia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
The Gambia | Culture, Religion, Map, Language, Capital, History, & People | Britannica
Mandinka language, alphabets and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Mandinka people
Serer | Serer | West African, Religion, Culture | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Serer people
Jola-Fonyi language, alphabet and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
Languages of Guinea-Bissau
Balanta
This a language spoken by the Balante people of Northern Guinea-Bissau, particularly concentrated in the Oio region. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
The Balante people celebrating the naming ceremony for the nine members of the Balanta B'urassa
Pulaar
This is a language spoken by the Fulakunda people inhabiting Guinea-Bissau. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Jola
This is a language spoken by the Jola people inhabiting Guinea-Bissau. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Nalu
This is a language spoken by the Nalu people inhabiting the littorals of Guinea Bissau, particularly concentrated in the Tombali region. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bijagó
This is a language spoken by the Bijago people inhabiting Guinea-Bissau, particularly concentrated in the Bissagos Islands. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Landuma
This is a language spoken by the Landuma people inhabiting the regions bordering Guinea and Guinea-Bissau. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Baga Nalu/Kokoli/Landuma Dance Headdress, Guinea/Guinea Bissau
Papel
This is a language spoken by the Papel people inhabiting the Biombo Region of Guinea-Bissau, particularly concentrated in the city of Bissau. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mandekan
This is a language spoken by the Malinke people inhabiting Guinea-Bissau. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Crioulo
This is a Portuguese-based Creole language spoken primarily in rural areas of Guinea-Bissau.
Sources:
Guinea-Bissau | History, Map, Flag, Population, Capital, Language, & Facts | Britannica
Balanta-Kentohe (omniglot.com)
Nalu Language Archive | Endangered Languages Archive (elararchive.org)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Bijago people
About: Bijago language (dbpedia.org)
Landuma | West African, Guinea, Animist | Britannica
Languages of Mauritania
Ḥassāniyyah Arabic
This is a primary Arabic dialect spoken by the Arab-Berbers and Moors inhabiting Mauritania. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Tukulor and Fulani people inhabiting Southern Mauritania, particularly concentrated in the Sénégal River Valley. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Amazigh Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Amazigh people inhabiting Mauritania. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Wolof
This is a language spoken by the Wolof people inhabiting Coastal Southwestern Mauritania, particularly concentrated in the town of Rosso.
Soninke
This is a language spoken by the Soninke people inhabiting Southern Mauritania. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Languages of Senegal
Wolof
This is a dominant language spoken by the Wolof people inhabiting Senegal, utilizing a dialect specific to the country. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Serer
This is a language spoken by the Serer people inhabiting west-central region of Senegal. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people inhabiting Senegal. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bambara
This is a language spoken by the Bambara people inhabiting Senegal. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mandinka
This is a language spoken by the Malinke people who inhabit Senegal. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Soninke
This is a language spoken by Soninke people inhabiting Eastern Senegal, particularly concentrated in the Bakel region within the valley of the upper Senegal river. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Soninke people of Senegal dancing at the declaration of Bakel festivities
Jola
This is a language spoken by the Jola people inhabiting Senegal, particularly concentrated in the Lower Casamance region. It is within the Bak branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Senegal - Wolof, Pulaar, Serer | Britannica
Wolof | West Africa, Senegal, Language | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Serer people
Bambara | West African, Mali, Mande | Britannica
Malinke | West African, Mande, Griot | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Soninke people
Languages of Togo
Ewe
This is a major multidialectal language spoken by the Ewe people inhabiting Southeastern Togo. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kabiye
This is a major language spoken by the Kabiye people inhabiting Northwestern Togo, particularly concentrated in the Kara region. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Tem
This is a language spoken by the Kotokoli people inhabiting Togo, particularly concentrated in the town of Sokode. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Moba
This is a language spoken by the Moba people inhabiting Northwest Togo, particularly concentrated in the Dapaong plane of the Savanes Region. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Nawdm
This is a language spoken by the Losso people inhabiting Northern Togo, particularly concentrated in the Kara Region. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gurma
This is a language spoken by the Gurma people who inhabit Northern Togo. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Lama
This is a language spoken by the Lamba people inhabiting the Central and Plateau Regions of Togo, particularly concentrated in the Kéran and Doufelgou Districts. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Fulani minority inhabiting Northern Togo. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Togo | Location, History, Population, & Facts | Britannica
Ewe: Language Portal: Center for Language Technology: Indiana University
Kabiye language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
About: Tem language (dbpedia.org)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Temba people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Moba people
Moba language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
West African Map
Languages of Ghana
Akan Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Akan people inhabiting Ghana, who comprise the largest ethnolinguistic group in the country. There are various notable dialects of the language including Twi, Bante, Bono, Anyi and others. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Dagbani
This is a language spoken by the Dagomba people inhabiting the northern regions of Ghana. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
The Dagomba people celebrating one of their many traditional festivals
Ewe
This is a language spoken by the Ewe people inhabiting Southeastern Ghana; it comprises numerous notable dialects. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Ga-Adangme
This is a language spoken by the Ga and Adangme people inhabiting Coastal Ghana, particularly concentrated in Accra. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gurma
This is a language spoken by the Gurma people inhabiting Northeastern Ghana; it comprises numerous notable dialects. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Akyem
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Akyem people inhabiting Eastern Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Anyi
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Anyi people inhabiting Southeastern Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Asante
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Asante people inhabiting South-Central Ghana, particularly centered in the city of Kumasi. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Asante traditional rulers greeting at a funeral in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
Abron
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Brong people inhabiting Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Akuapem Twi
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Akuapem people inhabiting the eastern regions of Ghana, particularly centered in the Akuapem Hills. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Chakosi
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Chakosi people inhabiting Northeast Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Fante
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Fante people inhabiting central coastal regions of Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Fante tribe: Culure, language, clans, food, traditional wear, facts
Nzima
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Nzema people inhabiting Southwestern Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Attié
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Attié people inhabiting Ghana. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Ghana - Wildlife, Forests, Savannahs | Britannica
Akan | West African, Ghana, Ivory Coast | Britannica
Akan languages, alphabet and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Dagomba people
Ewe | West African, Ghana, Togo | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Ga people
Adangme | Adangme Culture, Language & History | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Attie people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Gurma people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Anyi people
Asante | History, Culture & Language | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Bono people
Akuapem: The Language and People of Ghana's Akuapem Hills - MRCSL
Chakosi languages, alphabet and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Fante people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Nzema people
Languages of Liberia
Kpelle
This is a language widely spoken by the Kpelle people inhabiting Central Liberia, who make up the largest Mande-speaking group in the country. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bassa
This is a language spoken by the Bassa people inhabiting Central Liberia, particularly concentrated in the capital of Monrovia, who make up the largest Kwa-speaking group in the country. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Loma
This is a language spoken by the Loma people inhabiting the mountainous regions of Liberia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Vai
This is a language spoken by the Vai people inhabiting Northwestern Liberia. It utilizes it's own unique alphabet and exists within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Ngbandi
This is a language spoken by the Ngbandi people inhabiting Liberia. It is within the Adamawa-Ubangi branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Dan
This is a language spoken by the Dan people inhabiting the borderlands of Liberia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mano
This is a language spoken by the Mano people inhabiting Northeastern Liberia, particularly concentrated in Nimba County. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mende
This is a language spoken by the Mende people who constitute a small group in Liberia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Malinke
This is a language spoken by the Malinke people inhabiting Liberia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kru Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Kru people inhabiting Southern Liberia. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Krahn
This is a language spoken by the Krahn people inhabiting Liberia. It is within the Kru branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gola
This is a language spoken by the Gola people inhabiting Northwestern Liberia, particularly centered in the districts of Lofa, Grand Cape Mount, Bomi and Montserrando. It is considered to be within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kisi
This is a language spoken by the Kisi people inhabiting the savannah areas of Liberia. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mandinka
This is a language spoken by the Mandinkan people inhabiting Liberia. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Liberia - Ethnic Groups, Migration, Diaspora | Britannica
Kpelle | West Africa, Liberia, Ethnic Group | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Bassa people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Loma people
Vai | West African, Mande, Writing System | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Ngebandi people
Dan | History, Culture & Religion | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Mano people
Mende | West Africa, Sierra Leone, Mande language | Britannica
Malinke | West African, Mande, Griot | Britannica
Kru | African, Liberian, Ethnic Group | Britannica
Gola in Liberia Profile (joshuaproject.net)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Gola people
Kisi | African Tribe, Hunter-Gatherers, Animist Beliefs | Britannica
Mandinka language, alphabets and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
Languages of Mali
Bambara
This is a language spoken by Bambara people inhabiting Upper Niger regions of Mali. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Soninke
This is a national language spoken by the Soninke people inhabiting the western Sahelian zone of Mali, particularly concentrated in the Nioro, Nara, Banamba, Yélémané and Kayes areas. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Malian/Soninke singer Oumou Sangare performing in Essaouira, Morocco
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people inhabiting Mali, particularly concentrated within the Sahel and the Macina regions of southwest of Timbuktu. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Amazigh Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Berber and Tuareg minority inhabiting Mali, particularly concentrated in the Sahelian Zone and North of the Niger Bend. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Mandinka
This is a language spoken by the Malinke people who bear the heritage of the Mali empire, particularly inhabiting Southwest Mali. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Songhay
This is a language spoken by the Songhai people inhabiting Mali, particularly concentrated in the the Niger valley from Djenne to Ansongo. It forms a branch within the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Dogon
This is a language spoken by the Dogon people inhabiting the central plateau regions of Mali. As an isolated language with numerous dialects, it constitutes its own branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Men of the Dogon tribe wearing ceremonial masks, celebrating the Ogo Bagna Festival - Bamako, Mali
Bwa
This is a language spoken by the Bwa people in Mali. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bobo
This is a language spoken by the Bobo people inhabiting North Mali. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Senufo
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Senufo people inhabiting Southeastern Mali. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Xaasongaxango
This is a language spoken by the Khasonke people inhabiting Central Mali, particularly concentrated in the towns of Bafoulabe, Kayes, Kita, and Yelemane. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bozo
This is a language spoken by the Bozo people inhabiting Mali, particularly concentrated along the Niger River. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Tamasheq
This is an Amazigh language spoken by the Tuareg people inhabiting Northeast Mali, particularly concentrated in the Gao, Kidal, Tombouctou and Mopti regions. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Sources:
Mali - Sahel, Savannah, Wildlife | Britannica
Bambara | West African, Mali, Mande | Britannica
Soninke language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Fulani people
Malinke | West African, Mande, Griot | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Songhai people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Dogon people
Bwa People - Discover African Art : Discover African Art
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Bobo people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Senufo people
Khasonke in Mali Profile (joshuaproject.net)
Languages of Nigeria
Ijaw Language(s)
This is a language cluster (including the languages of the Eastern Ijaw, the Brass Ijaw, Izon, Biseni, Okodia, Oruma and Nkoroo) spoken by the Ijaw people inhabiting the Niger River delta in Nigeria. These languages form the Ijoid branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kwa Language(s)
These are languages spoken in the extreme Southwestern Regions of Nigeria. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Jukun
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Jukun people inhabiting the upper Benue River of Nigeria, particularly concentrated in the states of Taraba, Benue, Nasarawa, Plateau, Adamawa, and Gombe. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Igala
This is a language spoken by the Igala people inhabiting the the left bank of the Niger River, particularly concentrated in Kogi State in the North Central region of Nigeria. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Igbo
This is a major multidialectal language spoken by the Igbo people inhabiting Southeastern Nigeria. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Idoma
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Idoma people inhabiting North Central Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Benue State. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Tiv
This is a language spoken by the Tiv people inhabiting both sides of the Benue River. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Nupe
This is a language spoken by the Nupe people inhabiting West-Central Nigeria, particularly concentrated near the confluence of the Niger and Kaduna rivers. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gwari
This is a language spoken by the Gbagyi people inhabiting the geopolitical zones of North-Central Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Kaduna State and the Federal Capital Territory. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Yoruba
This is a major multidialectal language spoken by the Yoruba people inhabiting Southwestern Nigeria. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Anaang
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Anaang people inhabiting Coastal Southeast Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Akwa Ibom State. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Ekoi
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Ekoi people inhabiting the extreme southeast of Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Cross River State. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Awak
This is a language spoken by the Awak people inhabiting the southeast corner of Bauchi State in Nigeria. It is within the Adamawa-Ubangi branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Edo
This is a language spoken by the Edo people inhabiting Southern Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Edo State. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Edo traditional dressing, incorporating their frequently used coral beads
Waja
This is a language spoken by the Waja people inhabiting Southern Gombe State in Nigeria. It is within the Adamawa-Ubangi branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Waka
This is a language spoken by the Waka people inhabiting the northern regions of Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Taraba State. It is within the Adamawa-Ubangi branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Tula
This is a language spoken by the Tula people inhabiting Gombe State in Nigeria. It is within the Adamawa-Ubangi branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Efik-Ibibio
This is a language spoken by the Efik people inhabiting the lower Cross River region of Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Cross River State. It is within the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Efik child dancing at a Calabari festival - Calabar, Nigeria
Kanuri
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Kanuri people inhabiting Northeastern Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Borno State. It is within the Saharan branch of the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Bagirmi
This is a language spoken by the Bagirmi people inhabiting the southern fringe of the Sahara in Nigeria. It is within the Central Sudanic branch of the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Hausa
This is a major language spoken by the Hausa people inhabiting Northwestern Nigeria. It is within the Chadic branch of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Zarma
This is a language spoken by the Zarma people inhabiting the extreme northwestern regions of Nigeria. It is within the Songhai branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Margi
This is a language spoken by the Marghi people inhabiting northeastern regions of Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Borno, Adamawa and Gombe States. It is within the Chadic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Fula
This is a major multidialectal language spoken by the Fulani people inhabiting Northern Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Gombe, Sokoto, and Katsina States. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bade
This is a language spoken by the Bade people inhabiting Northern Nigeria, particularly concentrated in Yobe and Jigawa States. It is within the Chadic branch of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Nigerian Pidgin English
This is a major English-based pidgin language spoken in various areas in Nigeria.
Sources:
Nigeria | History, Population, Flag, Map, Languages, Capital, & Facts | Britannica
Ijoid languages | Ijoid Languages, Niger-Congo, West Africa | Britannica
Ijo | Ijo Culture, Language & Religion | Britannica
Kwa languages | West African, Niger-Congo, Bantu | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Jukun people
Jukun | West African, Nigerian, Ethnic Group | Britannica
Igala language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
Igala | Igala Kingdom, Benue State, Nigeria | Britannica
Igbo: Language Portal: Center for Language Technology: Indiana University
Igbo | Culture, Lifestyle, & Facts | Britannica
Idoma | Idoma Culture, Language & History | Britannica
Tiv | Traditional Culture, Social Structure & Rituals | Britannica
Nupe | West African, Niger-Congo, Nigeria | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Gwari people
Yoruba language | West African, Nigeria, Benin | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Annang people
Awak in Nigeria people group profile | Joshua Project
Edo | Edo culture, language, history | Britannica
Waja | The Oxford Handbook of African Languages | Oxford Academic (oup.com)
13 Interesting Facts About the People of Waka Ethnic Group - NAIJSCHOOLS
About: Tula language (dbpedia.org)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Efik people
Efik | History, Language & Culture | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Kanuri people
Bagirmi | Traditional Culture, Ethnic Groups & Music | Britannica
Hausa | Language, Culture & History | Britannica
Zarma language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Zarma people
Languages of Burkina Faso
Gurma
This is a language spoken by the Gurma people inhabiting Eastern Burkina Faso, particularly centered in the town of Fada N'Gourma. It comprises numerous notable dialects and is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Burkina Faso, Fada N'Gourma, Aerial view of small villageMossi
This is a language widely spoken by the Mossi people inhabiting Burkina Faso. It is within the Gur branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Samo
This is a language spoken by the Samo people inhabiting Northwestern Burkina Faso. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Marka
This is a language spoken by the Marka people inhabiting the Dafina area of Burkina Faso. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bissa
This is a language spoken by the Busansi people inhabiting South-Central Burkina Faso. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Dyula
This is a language spoken by the Dyula people of Burkina Faso. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Hausa
This is a language spoken by the Hausa people inhabiting Burkina Faso. It is within the Chadic branch of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Pulaar
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people inhabiting Burkina Faso. it is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Amazigh Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Tuareg people inhabiting Burkina Faso. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Sources:
Burkina Faso | Coup, Map, Capital, Flag, Government, & History | Britannica
Gurma | Ethnic Group, West Africa, Burkina Faso | Britannica
Mossi language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
Samo, Southern in Burkina Faso Profile (joshuaproject.net)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Marka people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Bissa people
Dyula | West African, Mande, Traders | Britannica
Dyula: Language Portal: Center for Language Technology: Indiana University
Hausa language | History, Grammar & Vocabulary | Britannica
Fulfulde: Language Portal: Center for Language Technology: Indiana University
Languages of Côte d'Ivoire
Kwa Language(s)
These are languages spoken in Southern Côte d’Ivoire. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mande Language(s)
These are languages spoken in Northwest Côte d’Ivoire. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Gur Language(s)
These are languages spoken in Northeast Côte d’Ivoire. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kru Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Kru people inhabiting Southwestern Côte d'Ivoire. They constitute a branch within the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Dyula-Taboussi
This is a trade language spoken by the Dyula people of Côte d’Ivoire. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Attié
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Attié people inhabiting eastern coastal regions of Côte d'Ivoire. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bambara
This is a language spoken by the Bambara people inhabiting Northern Côte d’Ivoire. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Baule
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Baule people inhabiting the regions of Côte d'Ivoire between the Comoé and Bandama rivers. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Baule masked dancers of the Goli society, Kondeyaokro village, Côte d’Ivoire
Anyi
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Anyi people inhabiting Southeastern Côte d'Ivoire. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Appolo
This is a language within the Akan group, spoken by the Nzema people inhabiting Southeast Côte d’Ivoire, particularly concentrated in the Comoé district. It is within the Kwa branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Français de Moussa (African French)
This is a French-based pidgin language spoken primarily in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Sources:
Côte d’Ivoire - Climate, Rainfall, Humidity | Britannica
Kwa languages | West African, Niger-Congo, Bantu | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Attie people
Mande languages | West Africa, Niger-Congo, Niger | Britannica
Gur languages | West African, Niger-Congo, Mande | Britannica
Kru | African, Liberian, Ethnic Group | Britannica
Dyula | West African, Mande, Traders | Britannica
Bambara alphabet, pronunciation and language (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Anyi people
Baule | West African, Ivory Coast, Akan | Britannica
Languages of Guinea
Susu-Yalunka
This is a major language spoken by the Susu and Yalunka people (interchangeably) inhabiting the southern areas of Guinea. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Pulaar
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people of West Central Guinea. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Maninkakan
This is a language spoken by the Malinke people inhabiting Upper Guinea. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kpelle
This is a language spoken by the Kpelle people inhabiting the southern regions of Guinea. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kisi
This is a language spoken by the Kisi people inhabiting South Central Guinea. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Toma
This is a language spoken by the Toma people of Guinea. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mano
This is a language spoken by the Mano people inhabiting the forested areas of Guinea. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Guinea | Map, Flag, Population, People, Religion, & Facts | Britannica\
Susu | West African, Mande, Rice Farmers | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Susu people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Yalunka people
Eastern Manika language, alphabets and pronunciation (omniglot.com)
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Kpelle people
Kissi language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
Languages of Niger
Hausa
This is a language spoken by the Hausa people who make up the largest linguistic group in the nation. They inhabit the center of Southern Niger and their language is within the Chadic branch of the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Songhai Language(s)
These are languages spoken by the Songhai people along the Niger River. It comprises of various dialects and forms its own branch within the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Tamasheq
This is an Amazigh language spoken by the Tuareg people inhabiting Niger. It is within the Afro-Asiatic family of languages.
Fula
This is a language spoken by the Fulani people dispersed all around the Niger, utilizing two main dialects that are demarcated through the Boboye district (the dialects being Eastern and Western). It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kanuri
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Kanuri people who inhabit Southeastern Niger, particularly concentrated in the Diffa and Zinder provinces. Within the Niger, it comprises of two primary dialects: Yerma Kanuri and Manga Kanuri (dialect recognized as a trade language). It is within the Saharan branch of the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Teda
This is a multidialectal language spoken by the Teda people inhabiting Niger, particularly concentrated in the Tibesti region. It is within the Saharan branch of the Nilo-Saharan family of languages.
Languages of Sierra Leone
Krio
This is an English-based creole language spoken in the Western regions of Sierra Leone, particularly concentrated in Freetown, York Village and the Banana islands.
Temne
This is a major language spoken by the Temne people inhabiting central and northwestern regions of Sierra Leone. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Mende
This is a major language spoken by the Mende people inhabiting the Southern Province and the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Limba
This is a language spoken by the Limba people inhabiting the Northern Province of Sierra Leone, particularly concentrated in Bombali District, Koinadugu, Kambia District, Karene District and Tonkolili District. It is within the Mel branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kuranko
This is a language spoken by the Kuranko people inhabiting the mountainous regions of Northeastern Sierra Leone. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Pulaar
This is a language spoken by Fulani migrants inhabiting Sierra Leone. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Yalunka
This is a language spoken by the Yalunka people inhabiting Northeastern Sierra Leone. It is within the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Susu
This is a language spoken by the Susu people inhabiting Sierra Leone. It is wthin the Mande branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Vai
This is a language spoken by the Vai people inhabiting the Southern province of Sierra Leone, particularly concentrated in the Pujehun district.
Krim
This is an endangered language spoken by the Krim people inhabiting Sierra Leone. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Kisi
This is a language spoken by the Kisi people inhabiting the wooded savannas on the borders of Sierra Leone. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Bullom
This is a language spoken by the Bullom people inhabiting the Northern province of Sierra Leone. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sherbro
This is an endangered language spoken by inhabitants of coastal regions of Sierra Leone, particularly centered in Sherbro Island. It is within the Atlantic branch of the Niger-Congo family of languages.
Sources:
Sierra Leone | Culture, History, & People | Britannica
Sierra Leonean Creole language and alphabet (omniglot.com)
Temne | West African, Sierra Leone, Animist | Britannica
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Mende people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Limba people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Kuranko people
AFRICA | 101 Last Tribes - Yalunka people
Krim language (en-academic.com)
Kisi | African Tribe, Hunter-Gatherers, Animist Beliefs | Britannica
Bullom, Northern Bullom in Sierra Leone Profile (joshuaproject.net)