Learn Edo with courses from Sankofa

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Edo: The heart of the ancient Benin Kingdom

Edo, spoken in southern Nigeria, is the legacy of the powerful Benin Kingdom. This language holds stories of legendary monarchs, valiant battles, and deep-rooted cultural richness.

With its melodic sounds, Edo opens the door to the rich traditions, legends and magnificent history of this ancient kingdom. Those who immerse themselves in this language encounter a unique cultural heritage.

Facts about the Edo language

  • approx. 2 million speakers
  • Widespread mainly in Nigeria
  • Is the official language of the Edo people (South Nigeria)
  • Often used in oral storytelling, rituals and ceremonies

Small classes for deep immersion

Sankofa’s Edo courses emphasize individual attention and active participation. Through authentic materials, we not only promote language comprehension, but also allow for deeper cultural immersion. Our approach makes learning come alive and lets students not only understand but also experience the language and culture.

Learning Edo with Osas and Ewaen

With our experienced teachers, you will be introduced to the fascinating world of Edo. Their method emphasizes language and culture so that you develop a deep understanding.

Timetable Edo course

We will not be offering Edo courses again until next semester. We look forward to seeing you!

Akwasi Badu-Aning

Akwasi Badu-Aning

CEO

Embark on an Edo voyage of discovery at Sankofa

Interested in the ancient Benin Kingdom and its language? Sign up for an Edo course and discover its rich heritage!

Choose your learning method now:

Group course Private lessons

Economy rate

Discounted courses for pupils, students and the unemployed


20 €
/hour

Book a course now
  • Duration: 3 months
  • 10 teaching units

    2x 60 minutes per unit

  • Course hours: 2 units / week
  • Total price: 400€
  • <strong>Payment in installments possible!</strong>
  • Sankofa language textbook
  • Access to the online learning platform
  • Audio recordings
  • Certificate of participation
  • Certificate of performance

Premium tariff

Our course package for all those who want to immerse themselves in the world of African languages


25 €
/hour

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  • Duration: 3 months
  • 10 teaching units

    2x 60 minutes per unit

  • Course hours: 2 / week
  • Total price: 500€
  • <strong>Payment in installments possible!</strong>
  • Sankofa language textbook
  • Access to the online learning platform
  • Audio recordings
  • Certificate of participation
  • Certificate of performance

Kids special

Courses for children and young people aged between 6 and 15


21 €
/hour

Book a course now
  • Duration: 2 (teens) or 3 (kids) months
  • 12 teaching units

    60 minutes per unit

  • Course hours: 1 (kids) or 2 (teens) / week
  • Total price: 250€
  • <strong>Payment in installments possible!</strong>
  • Sankofa language textbook
  • Access to the online learning platform
  • Audio recordings
  • Certificate of participation
  • Certificate of performance

*The course fee can be paid in installments via Paypal and Klarna. The offer of payment by installments is the responsibility of the respective payment provider and is not the responsibility of Sankofa Lingua.

Please note: All available slots for private lessons are currently fully booked.
Individual lessons are currently not bookable.

Basic


8
Hours

Book a course now
  • Price per unit: 50€
  • 8 lessons
  • Course hours: 1-2 / week
  • Total price: 400€*
  • Day and time freely selectable
  • Sankofa language textbook & access to the online platform
  • Focus on specific learning objectives & difficulties
  • Personalized teaching methods
  • Certificate of attendance & certificate of achievement

Smart


11
Hours

Book a course now
  • Price per unit: 48€
  • 11 lessons
  • Course hours: 1-2 / week
  • Total price: 528€*
  • Day and time freely selectable
  • Sankofa language textbook & access to the online platform
  • Focus on specific learning objectives & difficulties
  • Personalized teaching methods
  • Certificate of attendance & certificate of achievement

Premium


20
Hours

Book a course now
  • Price per unit: 46€
  • 20 teaching units
  • Course hours: 2 / week
  • Total price: 920€*
  • Day and time freely selectable
  • Sankofa language textbook & access to the online platform
  • Focus on specific learning objectives & difficulties
  • Personalized teaching methods
  • Certificate of attendance & certificate of achievement

*The course fee can be paid in installments via Paypal and Klarna. The offer of payment by installments is the responsibility of the respective payment provider and is not the responsibility of Sankofa Lingua.