Western Africa is linguistically rich with a variety of languages. Spoken in several West African countries, including Gambia, Senegal, Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau. These languages contribute to the cultural diversity of Western Africa, each with its own unique characteristics and history.
Includes languages like Twi, Fante, and Akuapem, spoken in Ghana and parts of Ivory Coast.
The Atlantic-Congo language family is a major branch of the Niger-Congo family, spoken in a large part of sub-Saharan Africa.
A major language in Mali.
A large group of languages spoken in Central, Southeast, and Southern Africa, including Swahili, Zulu, and Shona.
Spoken by the Fula people across West Africa.
Widely spoken across West Africa, particularly in Nigeria, Niger, and Ghana.
Predominantly spoken in Nigeria.
Spoken in several West African countries, including Gambia, Senegal, Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau.
Various languages across the region, such as Ewe, Fon, and Mende.
The Volta-Congo language family is a branch of the Atlantic-Congo family, covering a large part of West Africa.
Main language in Senegal and also spoken in parts of Mauritania and The Gambia.
Spoken in Nigeria, Benin, and Togo.