Welcome to N'Ko Institute

This page is dedicated to the exploration of N'Ko, and all the speakers of the "Clear Language" of Manden. It is dedicated to them, their history, language, culture, and to all the students and teachers of N'Ko throughout the world.

Manden societies are everywhere from the Gulf of Guinea to the lands of India and Bangladesh. Whether they are called Bamanan of Mali, Mandenko of Senegal and Gambia, Mandingo of Liberia, Maninka of Guinea, or Mendes of Sierra Leone. All are Mandens who share a common history, language, and culture.