Your progress through N'Ko
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.
To understand N'Ko, you must first understand the 'Afro-Muslim vernacular tradition' - the rich intellectual heritage that laid the groundwork.
The foundation for N'Ko was laid centuries before Kanté's birth. Discover the Ajami tradition that shaped West African literacy.
Behind every innovation is a network of scholars. Learn about the intellectual communities that influenced N'Ko's development.