Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Oral Traditions in Southern African Communities of Guinea: Insights into Historical Narratives

Mohamed Diallo, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Institut Supérieur des Sciences et Médecine Vétérinaire
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18912044
Published: September 24, 2010

Abstract

Oral traditions have long been a significant aspect of cultural heritage in Southern African communities around the world. In Guinea, these oral narratives serve as vital historical records that reflect social structures, beliefs, and daily life. The research employs a qualitative approach involving participant observation, semi-structured interviews with local elders, and analysis of traditional oral histories archived at cultural centers. Data collection and analysis were conducted in phases over six months. Oral traditions in southern African communities of Guinea exhibit significant thematic diversity, including historical events, religious practices, and social norms. The narratives are passed down through generations by local storytellers who often incorporate contemporary issues into their retellings. This study highlights the importance of oral traditions as a reliable source for reconstructing past events in southern African communities. It underscores the need for further research to validate these accounts and integrate them into historical records. Future researchers should consider conducting longitudinal studies to trace changes over time within specific oral tradition narratives, while historians should incorporate oral histories more systematically into their work. Oral Traditions, Historical Narratives, Southern Africa, Guinea

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Mohamed Diallo (2010). Oral Traditions in Southern African Communities of Guinea: Insights into Historical Narratives. African Social Anthropology, Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18912044

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Sub-SaharanAfricanCulturalStudiesOralityHistoricisationFolkloreThematicAnalysisHeritageStudies

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