First, let’s give you a lil’ history. Black folklore, whether African or African American folklore, dates back to the 1700s.

Ryan Coogler, a visionary filmmaker with a passion for exploring African cultures, has left an indelible mark on modern cinema with his unique storytelling approach. His films, particularly Black ...

It is perhaps fitting then, that my exploration of traditional East African folktales began here, leading me on an unexpected journey into storytelling and adapting contemporary novels.

“Anansi has been one of my favorite trickster characters for a very long time, and I’m very surprised even now how many people don’t know who Anansi is, mostly because African folklore isn ...