Nakehi and the Beans

Jul 17, 2026

This document contains a traditional folktale from the Lomwe people of Mozambique, titled "Nakehi and the Beans." The story is an adaptation of the original "Amigo Nakehi" and has been translated by Nfonkwa Samuel Kilese and Soka Sylverius Dosi. The images accompanying the text were created by N.D Mazin. This work is licensed under CC BY 4.0, allowing for commercial use, adaptation, and addition, provided the copyright and credits are maintained. The narrative depicts a story of reciprocity and hospitality between two couples, Nakehi and his wife, and Nipapariya and his wife. When Nipapariya and his wife visit Nakehi, they are warmly welcomed with a meal of chicken. The following week, when Nipapariya and his wife visit Nakehi, they find Nakehi absent. The story is presented in both Lomwe and English, with the Lomwe text indicating a specific cultural context and the English translation providing accessibility to a wider audience. The copyright is held by SIL Cameroon, with the original text copyright belonging to SIM and Little Zebra Books for the adapted version. The document encourages creative adaptation and sharing under the specified open license, fostering cultural exchange through storytelling.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLiterature

FormatPDF

Pages30

Reading Time46 min

Nakehi and the Beans

One day, Nakehi and his wife went to visit Nipapariya and his wife.

When the couple arrived, Nipapariya and his wife graciously welcomed them.

They killed a chicken and cooked it.

And they all ate together.

The next week, Nipapariya and his wife went to visit Nakehi and his wife.

When they arrived, Nakehi was not at home.

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What is the origin of the story "Nakehi and the Beans"?

"Nakehi and the Beans" is a traditional folktale from the Lomwe people of Mozambique, adapted from the original "Amigo Nakehi."

What are the terms of use for this story?

This work is licensed under CC BY 4.0, which allows for commercial use, adaptation, and additions, provided the copyright and credits are kept intact.

What is the central theme or plot of the story?

The story illustrates reciprocity and hospitality between two couples. It describes a visit where one couple is generously hosted, highlighting the importance of these social values.

Jul 17, 2026

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