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Introduction

Introduction: Beyond the Simple Story

Most people know the basic story: Solomana Kanté invented N'Ko in 1949. But there's so much more to discover about this revolutionary writing system.

Beginner
8 min
history
culture
writing-system
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The Afro-Muslim Vernacular Tradition: Setting the Context

To understand N'Ko, you must first understand the 'Afro-Muslim vernacular tradition' - the rich intellectual heritage that laid the groundwork.

Beginner
7 min
context
tradition
islamic-influence
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Ajami: The 300-Year Foundation

The foundation for N'Ko was laid centuries before Kanté's birth. Discover the Ajami tradition that shaped West African literacy.

Beginner
9 min
ajami
arabic-script
historical-context
Practice

Scholarly Networks: The Invisible Web

Behind every innovation is a network of scholars. Learn about the intellectual communities that influenced N'Ko's development.

Intermediate
12 min
scholars
networks
intellectual-history
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