NKENNE

Learn Igbo, Swahili, French, Yoruba, Somali, Hausa and more African languages.

NKENNE is the premier and only dedicated African Language learning app. Join our community of over 150,000 users in learning any of our 13 offered African languages on the app: Igbo, Somali, Nigerian Pidgin, Yoruba, Swahili, Twi, Hausa, Zulu, Amharic, Wolof, French, Portuguese, and Shona.

We offer hundreds of language learning lessons developed by accredited educators around the world. With our community-focused approach to language learning, we offer a unique approach to learning African languages and engaging with the beautiful cultures and people of Africa.

NKENNE means "mother’s own" and it is a unisex name from the southeastern part of Nigeria. Driven by passion and inspired by technology, we built NKENNE to revolutionize African language learning for everyone.

NKENNE: African Language Learning App Features

Learn African Languages on-the-go with NKENNE. You can access lessons for Igbo, Somali, Nigerian Pidgin, Yoruba, Swahili, Twi, Hausa, Zulu, and Amharic easily online or in offline and hands-free/driving mode so you can learn from anywhere.

NKENNE offers premium 15-30 minute lessons, community chat capabilities, music, blog posts, podcasts, and more!

LANGUAGE LEARNING LESSONS

Our lessons are designed in a fun, conversational format, and accompanied by Captions time-synced to the audio, making it easy for you to learn a language on the go with a convenient and collaborative language-learning app.

DIGITAL FLASH CARDS

Sharpen your vocabulary skills with our digital flashcards to test your knowledge.

SKILL BUILDING

Build your African language skills and practice phrases and words with General Phrases, Speed Round, Speak Easy, Quick Match, and Practice Sections. Our Sound Table feature is designed for learners to master the complex sounds and tones in African languages.

BLOG AND PODCAST

Our blog articles and podcasts provide unique and engaging content on African Culture, Music, and Art.

GAMIFICATION FEATURES

You can learn African languages and compete with friends and other community members on the NKENNE app. Be prepared to level up with unique Badges and Achievements (XP) that reflect the rich heritage of Africa.

COMMUNITY SECTION

TRiiBE is a cornerstone of the NKENNE app. With interactive social media features and chat rooms, we aim to build a safe and engaging community for our users to connect with each other.

PERSONALIZE YOUR PROFILE

Customize your profile and track your progress on the app.