Wolof is the language of Senegal, spoken by 90% of Senegalese even those for whom it is not their mother tongue. Language of teranga (hospitality), mbalax and a pioneering Senegalese cinema in Africa, Wolof is the key to West African culture.
The best channels to learn Wolof for free.
Structured Wolof courses with grammar, vocabulary and useful phrases for beginners.
View channel→Popular Senegalese TV channel. Shows in Wolof, debates and entertainment.
View channel→Senegalese news and reports. Everyday Wolof from Dakar and the regions.
View channel→Fun and practical Wolof courses, focus on everyday expressions in Dakar.
View channel→Our selection of movies and TV shows for Wolof immersion.
Grand Prix at Cannes by Mati Diop. Dakar Wolof, themes of emigration and spirituality.
Fantasy dramaCult film by Djibril Diop Mambety. Pioneer Senegalese cinema, authentic 70s Wolof.
DramaFilm by Ousmane Sembene, father of African cinema. Wolof and Jula, powerful social themes.
Social dramaNetflix film about the Senegalese diaspora. Contemporary Wolof mixed with French, identity themes.
DramaEssential artists to discover music in Wolof.
World legend of African music. Pure and poetic Wolof, intoxicating mbalax rhythms.
Internationally renowned Senegalese singer. Wolof and Fula mix, deep and spiritual music.
Queen of mbalax. Energetic and danceable Wolof, powerful voice and festive rhythms.
Popular Senegalese rapper. Contemporary young Dakar Wolof with modern flow.
Key words and expressions sorted by theme to practice through immersion.
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A hundred words, thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.
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Essential words and phrases organised by themes.
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