The story of stories and transmission of folklore is traditionally supported in Cameroon. This is one of the oldest classes on the African continent
The storytellers in Africa not only entertain the audience, but also fulfill the task of forming public awareness.
Stalmates who enjoy great respect in Cameroon not only tell stories, but also share their experience and offer solutions to social problems. In their legends, animal metaphors, mythology and folk wisdom are often found.
The story of stories in Cameroon is not only a form of entertainment, but also a reflection of the culture of the identity and solidarity of the inhabitants of the country.
The story of stories enables communities to keep their past and cultural diversity.
Griots are professional storytellers, poets and keepers of history in African culture who transmit folk legends, legends and important events from generation to generation.
In different societies, they are called differently, for example, in some ethnic groups to designate the narrator, their term is used.
Griots play an important role in society not only as storytellers, but also as musicians, poets, singers and advisers in Western Africa.
Griots in Senegale, Gambia, Mali, Guinea and other countries of the region continue their historical narratives, accompanied by traditional tools.
Griots playing on the bark, balaphone and other instruments are known for their contribution to the African musical culture.
The local storyteller Soffolo Jastya, in an interview with Anadol, noted that every story is the soul of society. “In our stories we not only talk about the past, we are also trying to understand the present and contribute to the future,” he explained.
According to him, in the colonial period, many Griots were killed, since they were carriers of the traditional heritage. “