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Hausa Area

Is there a Hausa community in the Los Angeles areas?

People from Hausa land live in the Northern portion of Nigeria in Alkebu-lan(Afrika). There are approximately 15 million people there. They are primarily Islamic but mixed with the traditional ways as well. I have met someone who was born in Mecca who would like to meet with those who have come from Hausa land to learn about her heritage from them. I hope this assist in receiving genuine an accurate information.

University of California Los Angeles maybe? I know they have Hausa Language/Culture courses that they teach.

http://www.humnet.ucla.edu/humnet/aflang/Hausa/hausa.html

Hausa $8.57 No Synopsis Available

Hausa FolkLore $17.67 When R. Sutherland Rattray joined the School of Anthropology at Exeter College, Oxford, he had already published Chinyanja Folklore which documented the tales and customs of the Chinyanja of Central Africa. He was also quite familiar with several West African languages. Therefore on his transfer to West Africa learning about the Hausa language and culture became another string in his already full bow and it was only a matter of time before Hausa Folklore was published. However, understanding the Hausa culture requires an understanding of Islam itselfa task that can seem near insurmountable when the student is from a Western back ground. Hausa Folklore does not claim to stand alonea considerable library of Hausa literature already exists. Hausa Folklore is an enrichment of this proud tradition, which brings the Western world directly into contact with Hausa culture. This volume tells of the origin of the spider, of beautiful maidens, of how hartebeest came by the teardrops under their eyes, of witches, of doctors riding hyenas on pilgrimages, of the cause of thunder, and more. Some of these tales are more fairy than legend and others more folk than fairy. Each story imparts a clear message about right and wrong while showing what colour and variety lies hidden in the monotone of the Sahara. A percentage of the profit from the sale of this book will go towards organisations which offer educational scholarships in Africa. So curl up with these unique West African stories from yesteryear with the knowledge that you have helped sponsor the education of an underprivileged African youth. Author: Rattray, R. Sutherland/ Halsted, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 114 Publication Date: 2009/08/01 Language: English Dimensions: 8.00 x 5.00 x 0.27 inches

Hausa Basic Course $100.54 Hausa, the major language of the northern region of Nigeria, is also used widely in commerce and trade in West Africa. The course teaches the basic phonology, language structure and provides basic vocabulary. Author: Hodge, Carleton T./ Umaru, Ibrahim Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 420 Publication Date: 1976/01/01 Language: Hausa Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.25 x 0.86 inches

Hausa People $7.47 No Synopsis Available

Focus in Hausa $38.95 No Synopsis Available

Hausa-English - English-Hausa Practical Dictionary $21.4 No Synopsis Available

Rural Hausa : A Village and a Setting $42.04 No Synopsis Available

Specimens of Hausa Literature $21.97 No Synopsis Available

Dictionary of the Hausa Language $23.88 No Synopsis Available

A Grammar of the Hausa Language $38.35 Publisher: London: K. Paul, Trench, Trbner Author: Migeod, Frederick William Hugh Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 138 Publication Date: 2010/01/05 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.32 inches

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Manajah Presents : Nigeria

Nigerias Magnificent Views

Nigerias greatest asset its wealth of native races and religions, its vibrant population, the largest of any country in Africa have also proven its downfall on countless explosive occasions. It is a shame that Nigeria is not currently able to entice visitors other than those seeking a slice of the oil dollar. After all, this country is blessed with hundreds of miles of coastline, national parks and fascinating ancient sites.

The climate varies from area to area. The southern coast is hot and humid with a rainy season from March to November. During the dry season, the wind blows from the Sahara. The norths rainy season is from July to September. Nights can be cold in December and January.

In the predominantly Muslim north, the most important festival is Sallah, celebrated three months after the feast, particularly in the towns of Kano, Katsina, Maiduguri and Zaria. Every family is required to slaughter a ram and festivities last for several days, with horseback processions, musicians and dancers. Featured also in northern communities are Durbars, long lines of horsemen led by a band, the horses in quilted armour with the riders wearing quilted coats and wielding ceremonial swords.

Watch out for Nigerias wonderful selection of homemade crafts.

Walk where the capital of the Yoruba Empire once was, and admire Oyos Old Portuguese style houses.

Marvel at some of Nigerias magnificent views.

Journey through the Cross River National Park. The best base from which to do so is the town of Ikom, on the road to Cameroon, which has curious carved monoliths set in circles, believed to be ancient monuments assembled in reverence to ancestors.

The Cross River National Park piques a curiosity in nature, rather than humanity. In the Rainforest Conservation area, this is a place of majestic mountains and rolling hills, with wildlife including leopards, buffalos, chimpanzees, gorillas, baboons and elephants.

Elsewhere, the Yankari National Park in the eastern half of the country is particularly good for bird watching. Animals which can be viewed here include elephants, crocodiles and monkeys. The park has accommodation, restaurants and a swimming pool. The title of Nigerias most scenic national park might also go to the Gashaka Game Reserve near Yola, which provides opportunities to view birds and animals and is home to some highly endangered species.

Circumnavigate the walled old town of Kano, formerly the largest of the ancient Hausa cities, and soak up its lingering medieval atmosphere. Despite this atmosphere, reinforced by the wall, Kano was founded at least 1,000 years ago, being of strategic importance on the trans-Saharan trade routes. The Emiras Palace remains an outstanding example of Hausa architecture.

Picnic without breaking a sweat in Jos, a favourite holiday centre on account of its location and consequent pleasantly cool climate. The nearby Assob Falls and many streams and dams make this an extremely pretty area.

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