African Children's Stories

Edutab.Africa
  • 0.0 (0)
  • STORIES FOR KIDS
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

African Children’s Stories Podcast is a joyful space for children, parents, and educators to explore storytelling and grow a strong reading culture across Africa. Through engaging read-alouds, we spark imagination, build literacy, and celebrate African voices. We read stories sourced from African Storybook and NABU, which are shared freely under open licenses. Episodes feature folktales, early math, nature stories, and lessons in kindness. Host: Magdalene Chorongo. Produced by Edutab.Africa. 📧 stories@edutab.africa

  1. Wawuda Mkandee

    16H AGO

    Wawuda Mkandee

    Kwasindamana?! Welcome to our Mother Tongue series, a celebration of the language of home, the language of identity, and our African culture. Our story today is called "Wawuda Mkande." Yes, a Kidawida story about a girl and her stepmother who grow fond of each other. It teaches us the deepest lessons about patience, forgiveness, and love. Enjoy! This story is published by the African Storybook Initiative. You can find an openly licensed PDF version of the book here. Author: Rukia Nantale Illustration: Benjamin Mitchely Translator: Martha Mkanyika Narrator: Magdalene Chorongo Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project. 👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    5 min
  2. Chisoni Befriends Fish

    4D AGO

    Chisoni Befriends Fish

    Our story today is titled ‘Chisoni Befriends Fish.’ It is about a boy who went to the river to catch fish… but instead, he caught something else. Not treasure. Not a monster. Not even a golden fish that grants three wishes. Do you want to find out what he caught? Listen keenly, and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! This story is published by the African Storybook Initiative. You can find an openly licensed PDF version of the book here. Author: Nazinomwe Reading Group Illustration: Yankho Chabwera, Nazinomwe Reading Group Narrator: Aleya Kassam Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ WhatsApp Channel

    6 min
  3. Kirabo

    FEB 2

    Kirabo

    Our story today is about a little girl called Kirabo. Kirabo is a quiet and shy girl both at home and at school. She does not have friends yet, will she get one? Let’s find out! Listen keenly, and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! This story is published by NABU Organization. You can find an openly licensed version of the book here. Author: Elias Hakizamungu Illustration: Emmanuel Bagirishya Translation: James Nyaga Narrator: Mo Nyarinda Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    6 min
  4. Little Leaders :Keeping Our Environment Clean

    JAN 26

    Little Leaders :Keeping Our Environment Clean

    Our story today is titled Little Leaders: Keeping Our Environment Clean.  Have you ever walked somewhere and thought ‘Hmm… this place needs serious help’ ? Like serious-serious? Well… today’s story takes us to a place called Lumbazi. And let me warn you… if you don’t like bad smells, flying papers, and surprise broken bottles  you might want to hold your nose! But here’s the twist… children are the heroes in this story. Want to find out what they did? Listen keenly, and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! This story is published by the African Storybook Initiative. You can find an openly licensed PDF version of the book here. Authors: Ruth Asuquo and Gideon Eyo Illustration: Gedeon Eyo, Kelvin Obi, Victoria Orok Narrator: Tervashima Ayede Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project. 👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    6 min
  5. Elephant and Lion's Friendship

    JAN 19

    Elephant and Lion's Friendship

    Today’s story is titled ‘Elephant and Lion’s Friendship.’ It is about a very brave Lion,,,,a very gentle Elephant,,,and a very naughty Hyena,,,What happens between the Elephant and the Lion? And how does Hyena come in? Want to find out? Listen keenly and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! This story is published by the African Storybook Initiative. You can find an openly licensed PDF version of the book here. Author: David Chineme Ejeagba Narrator: Aleya Kassam Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    7 min
  6. Shyaka and His Friends

    JAN 12

    Shyaka and His Friends

    Today’s story is titled Shyaka and His Friends. The story is all about friendship, caring, and teamwork! We are going to meet Shyaka, a cheerful boy who loves playing around with his friends Mwiza and Sano. But something unexpected happens… and oh ho ho! Want to find out? Listen keenly, and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! This story is published by NABU Organization. You can find an openly licensed version of the book here. Author: Pascaline Munezero Illustration: Muhire Robert Translation: James Nyaga Narrator: Mo Nyarinda Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    6 min
  7. Kuwa Marafiki

    11/17/2025

    Kuwa Marafiki

    My little friends, I would like to ask you something… have you ever seen friends who live close to each other but never play together? Today, we have a very exciting story about two boys, Ntwali and Mukiza, who end up creating a brand-new game. This game brings them together and makes them the best of friends. What do you think this new game they invented could be? Listen carefully, and don’t forget to answer the fun questions that appear in the middle of the story. Have fun! This story is published by NABU Organization. You can find an openly licensed version of the book here. Author: Marie Louise Mukamukunzi Illustration: David Niyonkuru Translation: James Nyaga Narrator: Mungai Kang’ong’oi Voice actors: Jane Kimani, Victor Mmulah Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    8 min
  8. Teacher Akinyi

    10/30/2025

    Teacher Akinyi

    In today’s story, we are meeting someone very special, someone who loves children, loves stories, and teaches with all her heart. Can you guess who it is? That’s right, it's Teacher Akinyi!  She’s not just any teacher; she’s the kind who makes learning colors, letters, and even nap time fun! So, let’s see what makes Teacher Akinyi everyone’s favourite. Listen keenly, and don’t forget to answer fun questions that pop up along the way. Have fun! Author: Lawrence A. Konjuro Illustration: Lawrence A. Konjuro Translation: Vusi Malindi Narrator: Innocent Amanyisie Kapenda Host and Editor: Magdalene Chorongo You can reach us via ⁠stories@edutab.africa⁠ or through our social media channels to find out how you can get involved in this project👌 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠WhatsApp Channel

    9 min
See All (88)

About

African Children’s Stories Podcast is a joyful space for children, parents, and educators to explore storytelling and grow a strong reading culture across Africa. Through engaging read-alouds, we spark imagination, build literacy, and celebrate African voices. We read stories sourced from African Storybook and NABU, which are shared freely under open licenses. Episodes feature folktales, early math, nature stories, and lessons in kindness. Host: Magdalene Chorongo. Produced by Edutab.Africa. 📧 stories@edutab.africa

Information

  • Creator
    Edutab.Africa
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Edutab.Africa
  • Show Website
    African Children's Stories