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Princess Yennenga: Ancestor of the Mossi people of Burkina Faso
When was princess Yennenga born?
Historians don t seem to agree about the exact birth date of princess Yennenga. However, many believe she was born sometime between the 11th and the 15th centuries. She was King Naba Nedega s favorite daughter. He reigned over the Dagomba kingdom which was located in modern-day Ghana.
What is so particular about princess Yennenga?
According to oral tradition, the horse had been the princess s favorite animal since her teenage years. After several attempts Yennenga managed to convince her father to let her ride. This was a privilege reserved only for men of the kingdom. The princess then proved she was not only a brilliant horse rider but also a formidable warrior. ....

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