I ni ce! If you're here to learn Bambara, you're in the right place. This 'Beginners Start Here' guide is a comprehensive road map to all the An ka taa resources available to help you on your journey. Let's dive in!
Get Started
Begin your Bambara language adventure right now these foundational resources:
"Basic Bambara" video series: A free YouTube series introducing the essentials of Bambara grammar.
"Basic Bambara" podcast: Six engaging audio lessons covering fundamental phrases and expressions.
"Beginner Bambara" online course: Comprehensive, interactive learning with video and text lessons, flashcards, exercises, etc.
Help Yourself
Once you know some of the basics, use these resources to find just what you need to keep learning:
Dictionary: A mobile-friendly trilingual Bambara/Dioula-English-French dictionary, an essential tool for new learners.
Forum: An interactive space to ask questions and share insights about Bambara words and expressions.
Blog: A plethora of posts highlighting various aspects of Bambara as well as its cultural context.
General Resources page: A comprehensive list of online and hard copy resources from 'An ka taa' and others.
Go Further
Ready to dive deeper? Here's how you can keep on learning beyond the beginner level:
Kuma Bakolo: Lessons featuring real-life examples, such as headlines and lyrics.
Intermediate Subscription: Step up your learning with access to a more advanced level of video lessons, vocab lists, and interactive exercises.
Literature: A write-up about published Bambara language books for when you are ready to read on your own (or with a teacher).
Lessons: Take 1-on-1 lessons with me where we work through a range of materials and activities based on your needs and interests.
Connecting With Others
Join the "An ka taa" learner community to practice your skills and engage in enriching discussions:
Community Discord Server: A virtual space to connect with fellow learners, get real-time help, casually chat or just hang out while putting your Bambara to use
Forum Study Space: A dedicated segment of our Forum where you can delve into focused weekly discussions with me and other learners.
Dive Into Culture
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Bambara-speaking world through our edutainment resources:
Na baro kè: Subtitled street interviews on intriguing cultural topics.
Baarakètò: Mini documentaries featuring profiles of West African adults living in the diaspora in France.
Lyrics Library: A collection of transcribed and translated song lyrics translated so that you can learn while listening to your favorite songs.
Sirada: A photo exhibit of Bambara as it is written street-side across buildings and signs in West Africa
Stay in the Loop
Keep updated with the latest from 'An ka taa' in a way that suits you best:
Newsletter: Get regular updates about new content and resources straight to your inbox once a month.
Social Media: Follow on social media channels for quick updates and casual learning opportunities.