The Gambian -Olof ABC

By Emily Joof

Every word opens a door to a language. Every language opens a door to a culture.

Discover the tastes, traditions and everyday wonders of The Gambia in The Gambian-Olof ABC by Emily Joof.

From akara, a delicious West African fritter, to ziar, a visit rooted in respect and connection, this colourful illustrated book introduces Olof words through an A-Z journey. English explanations bring each word to life, inviting readers to explore the foods, objects and customs that connect language to culture.

Made for curious children and the adults who read with them, it offers families, classrooms and libraries a joyful starting point for conversations about Gambian life and heritage. For children with Gambian roots, it celebrates the familiar; for those discovering The Gambia, it offers a warm welcome.

Published by Mbife Books in partnership with The Mbife Foundation, this book celebrates the value of seeing our languages, communities and everyday experiences on the page.

Read together. Discover words. Celebrate culture.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HMZZ74XS
• ISBN13: 9798161959978
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"