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Fon cultural resources

Fon is the main language of southern Benin, spoken by about 2 million people. Language of the Kingdom of Dahomey and voodoo, it carries a culture rich in oral traditions, music and spirituality that influenced the Caribbean and the Americas.

Movies & TV Shows

Our selection of movies and TV shows for Fon immersion.

2018

Angelique's Isle

Beninese film with Fon dialogue. Drama about voodoo traditions and life in southern Benin.

Drama
2012

Le Roi est mort

Historical film about the Kingdom of Dahomey. Fon in a historical royal and ceremonial context.

Historical drama
2015

Ganvie

Documentary about the lake village of Ganvie in Benin. Authentic Fon in a unique life-on-water setting.

Documentary

Music & Artists

Essential artists to discover music in Fon.

World / Afropop

Angelique Kidjo

Beninese diva, multiple Grammy Awards. Sings in Fon with global influences, ambassador of Beninese culture.

Afrobeat / Salsa

Gnonnas Pedro

Legend of Beninese music. Fon mixed with Afro-Cuban rhythms, musical heritage of Benin.

Afrobeat / Funk

Orchestre Poly-Rythmo

Mythical group from Cotonou. Fon and Gun in an explosive blend of funk, afrobeat and voodoo rhythms.

Essential Fon vocabulary

Key words and expressions sorted by theme to practice through immersion.

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Fon level test

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Fon survival kit

A hundred words, thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.

Fon cultural quiz

Films, music, traditions. How well do you know?

Fon articles

Guides, methods and tips to progress.

Fon vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organised by themes.

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