Oriire | African Heritage

Yes! just recently UNESCO has officially settled the Jollof Rice Debate and officially recognizes Senegal as the birthplace of this West African Dish. The truth is we (Africans) always knew it was theirs first. But! that doesn’t mean it’s the tastiest. Hence the war is not over. In this episode, Jen (Cameroonian), Pamela (Nigerian), and Adwao (Ghanaian) share their personal views on Jollof rice. We get to discuss the differences and similarities! You can just call this the Game of Thrones of (Jollof Wars) 😂 Listen. Enjoy. Share. Comment

Did you know that “Kayanmata” originated from the Northern part of Nigeria? Kayanmata is a traditional cultural practice found among the Hausa people of Northern Nigeria. The practice of Kayanmata is deeply rooted in the beliefs and traditions of the Hausa people, and it is considered to be a symbol of their cultural heritage and identity. The intricate designs and patterns created through Kayanmata are unique to each individual, and they are seen as an expression of the wearer's beauty and femininity. Despite criticism from some modernizing groups, the practice of Kayanmata continues to be an important aspect of Hausa culture, reflecting their deep-seated beliefs about femininity, sexuality, and beauty. Hit the play button to listen as Mojisola gives us more insight.

The goddess Nana Buluku is an important figure in West African mythology, particularly in the spiritual beliefs of the Fon people of Benin and the Yoruba people of Nigeria. Nana Buluku is regarded as the primordial being who created the universe and all living things, and she is often depicted as the mother of all gods and goddesses. This ancient myth has been passed down from generation to generation, serving as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Fon people shaping their beliefs and traditions. Interesting right? Listen to this episode as Florent takes us on this ride.

If you ask me I would say Jollof is sweet, and Egusi and pounded yam is probably the holy grail of Nigerian food. But that’s me and I’m Nigerian.   Why don’t we hear Aikido's perspective on Nigerian food?    You can call this the Nigerian Food Review.  Listen, share and comment.

Yam festivals are unique to many African tribes, and each tribe has its distinct uniqueness.In this episode, Anita shares more insight and her experiences having witnessed the Iri-iji festival of Mbaise, Imo state.Hit play to listen, and do not forget to comment and share.Support the show

Goddesses are known to be beautiful and powerful, is the Goddesses Anansa going to be any different?Listen now as Maryann shares more insight on the Calabar Goddess, Anansa.Support the show

Lavigne takes us on a cruise to Kenya, sharing all there is to know about Kenyan food.This episode will most likely get you hungry, better grab a pack of popcorn or better groundnut as you listenEnjoy!Support the show

Bayajidda is the mythological hero in the tale of the Hausa Kingdoms’ origin. The story has multiple versions, but that said, is Bayajida a myth or a legend?On this episode our guest; Shamsudeen gives us an interesting breakdown sharing the story of Bayajida.You really do not want to miss this episode, press the play button to listen now.Support the show

What is land?Yes, simple question but very rarely asked and thought of, in most cases when we hear land all we see or can relate it to is wealth, money, and status.Well, you are not completely wrong, but then, the concept of land in itself is worth learning about. How land was seen in the precolonial times, what it meant and how that has affected its conceptualization in our present time.Imisi is not really a guest but then, this is going to be enlightening.Hit the play button to learn more.Support the show

In this episode, Sesi and Haleemah speak to Mamokone about South African food.Listen now.Share.Comment.Support the show

For as long as I can remember, horror myths have always been a common thing in Nigerian boarding schools.No one can tell the originator of these myths but they may have started as rumors and over the years or maybe they are real myths.These myths have been told in different versions and it seems like every boarding school has a spectacular narration of each one of them.Listen to this interesting episode as our guests; Renny and Miminah share their experiences in boarding schools.Support the show

New topics, new guests, We’re back and We’re better! We’re So excited for season 2!!! We hope you guys are too 💃🏽 New episodes every other Friday.Episode 1 drops on 10/28 so you have a week to catch up on season 1 if you haven’t.Do not forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more interesting content.Support the show

These are a set of spiritual practices, traditions, and beliefs created by Africans.There is a major difference that lies between what Hoodoo defines, and what Voodoo defines. Voodoo is the religion, or belief system, Hoodoo, on the other hand, is the magic that has derived from the teachings of Voodoo, which was originally a part of Voodoo. What other differences and similarities?Let's learn from Sesi and Haleemah.Support the show

From Ewa Agoyin to Oloyin, to Moi Moi, Akara, Gbegiri and more.Take a look at why the Yoruba people explore different varieties of delicacies that can be gotten from BeansSupport the show

African Festivals are celebrations of Africa's vast wealth and culture.Ever experienced an African festival or ritual before.Listen to Sesi and Haleemah talk about different festivals Support the show

Kintu is a mythological figure who appears in a creation myth of the Baganda people of Buganda, Uganda. According to this legend, Kintu was the first person on earth and the first man to wander the plains of Uganda alone. He is also known as God or the father of all people who created the first kingdoms.African folktales are passed down from generation to generation and the stories are very important to the traditions and customs of all African people.As the second-largest continent in the world, Africa is home to a wealth of stories capable of moulding character and emphasising values like honesty, integrity, courage and solidarity.Support the show

Igbo cuisine is the various foods of the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria.There are many dishes that are common to the Igbos in particularThe core of Igbo food is its soups.Listen to our latest podcast and get ready to practice some of the tips we shared.Support the show

Once again, Sesi and Haleemah talk Africa.Today we take a look at the westernization of African Regions.Support the show

Anansi the trickster is a West African God. He often takes the shape of a spider and is considered to be the god of all knowledge of stories.Listen and share your thought on Oriire.comSupport the show

Listen to Sesi and Haleemah express their love and dislike for certain Nigerian foods while appreciating every effort used in bringing our delicacies to existence.What are your favourite meals?When was the first time you encountered them and how was the experienceWhy do some of your friends like certain dishes you dislike?Visit Oriire.com to continue the conversation.Support the show

We are proud of our heritage and love to share it for the world to know.Listen to Sesi and Haleemah discuss the extent to which culture should be preserved.Support the show

In this episode, Sesi, Haleemah and Imisi discuss African folktales and folklore, their similarities and differences and adaptations in popular culture.Support the show

In this episode, Sesi and Haleemah speak to Yvette about Kenyan food and it's relationship with the African diaspora.Support the show

In this episode, Haleemah and Sesi talk about Yoruba historical figure, Queen Moremi and her impact.Support the show

In this episode, we speak to Fatima about jinns in Northern Nigeria.Support the show

Our Introductory episode. We tell you what we're going to be talking about and give you a teaser about the next episode.Support the show