NKENNE: Learn African Language

Learn Igbo, Swahili, Twi, Somali, Yoruba, Hausa and more languages.

NKENNE: Learn African Language App

NKENNE: Learn African Language is the premier language learning app dedicated to African languages, offering courses in Igbo, Swahili, Yoruba, and more. With 30-minute lessons, gamification features, and a vibrant community, users can engage with the language and cultures of Africa. The app includes flashcards, podcasts, and skill-building activities, making language learning accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
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App stats

Version: 8.90 (Last updated: 2024-10-30)
Creation date: 2022-11-17
Permissions
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Camera: take pictures and videos
Microphone: record audio
Wi-Fi connection information: view Wi-Fi connections
Other:
  • receive data from Internet
  • view network connections
  • full network access
  • run at startup
  • control vibration
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • read Google service configuration

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App summary

NKENNE is the premier and only dedicated African Language learning app. Join our community of over 70,000 users in learning any of our 9 offered African languages on the app: Igbo, Somali, Nigerian Pidgin, Yoruba, Swahili, Twi, Hausa, Zulu, and Amharic.

We offer hundreds of language learning lessons developed by accredited educators around the world. With our community-focused approach to language learning, we offer a unique approach to learning African languages and engaging with the beautiful cultures and people of Africa.

NKENNE means "mother’s own" and it is a unisex name from the southeastern part of Nigeria. Driven by passion and inspired by technology, we built NKENNE to revolutionize African language learning for everyone.

NKENNE: African Language Learning App Features
Learn African Languages on-the-go with NKENNE. You can access lessons for Igbo, Somali, Nigerian Pidgin, Yoruba, Swahili, Twi, Hausa, Zulu, and Amharic easily online or in offline and hands-free/driving mode so you can learn from anywhere.

NKENNE offers premium 15-30 minute lessons, community chat capabilities, blog posts, podcasts, and more!

LANGUAGE LEARNING LESSONS
Our 30 minute lessons are designed in a fun, conversational format, making it easy for you to learn a language on the go with a convenient and collaborative language learning app.

DIGITAL FLASH CARDS
Sharpen your vocabulary skills with our digital flashcards to test your knowledge.

SKILL BUILDING
Build your African language skills and practice phrases and words with General Phrases, Speed Round, Speak Easy, Quick Match, and Practice Sections. Our Sound Table feature is designed for learners to master the complex sounds and tones in African languages.

BLOG AND PODCAST
Our blog articles and podcasts provide unique and engaging content on African Culture, Music, and Art.

GAMIFICATION FEATURES
You can learn African languages and compete with friends and other community members on the NKENNE app. Be prepared to level up with unique Badges and Achievements (XP) that reflect the rich heritage of Africa.

COMMUNITY SECTION
Community-building is a cornerstone of the NKENNE app. With chat features, community section, chat rooms, and user reviews, we aim to build a safe and engaging community for our users to connect with each other.

PERSONALIZE YOUR PROFILE
Customize your profile and track your progress on the app.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • User-friendly and easy to use
  • Engaging and interactive lessons
  • High-quality content with multimedia integration
  • Effective for learning Nigerian and other African languages
  • Fun and challenging games
Cons
  • Limited selection of languages available
  • Subscription fees are considered high
  • Technical issues such as lagging and inability to load videos
  • Lack of features like quizzes and test exercises similar to Duolingo
  • Some users reported dissatisfaction with the lessons being too long or tedious
Most mentioned
  • Desire for more language options, especially Edo, Hausa, and Zarma
  • Requests for improved functionality such as subtitles and quizzes
  • Frustration with subscription process and fees
  • Praise for app design and ease of use
  • Incidents of app performance issues
User reviews
Finally! An app that teaches Igbo language! Really grateful
by Catherine Onwuma, 2024-12-16

Am beginning to love this app but why don't you want to open the next session for me to continue??? I already finished the first session. And they ask me to finish the first session before they open the next one. Uptill now they haven't. I don't know why Please make a review on it. Love the app
by Enoch Solomon, 2024-12-03

This app is good tho. But, please add a feature just like Duolingo with test exercises and speaking stretch, literally forgot the first part of the African good morning I learnt the day before!
by Miracle Nkemdilim, 2024-11-16
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