Hausa Cultural Resources

Novels

Ruwan Bagaja by Abubakar Imam
This is a classic Hausa novel from the Zamani era of Northern Nigerian literature. It introduces learners to traditional storytelling, Hausa proverbs, and moral lessons, giving insight into values embedded in Hausa culture.

Magana Jari Ce (Part I–III) by Abubakar Imam
A foundational Hausa prose collection rich in folktales, humor, and wisdom. It helps learners see how Hausa narrative traditions work, and it strengthens cultural understanding through exposure to idioms and cultural expressions.

Scholarly research

Furniss, Graham. Poetry, Prose, and Popular Culture in Hausa. Edinburgh University Press, 1996.
Offers insight into Hausa oral traditions, popular literature, and performance culture. Great for learners interested in how language is used in real cultural contexts.

Robinson, Charles H. Specimens of Hausa Literature. Cambridge University Press, 1896.
It is especially valuable for learners interested in how Hausa stories were recorded in the late 19th century and how oral traditions inform cultural values. Although the language reflects older orthographic conventions, the collection offers rich cultural insight and helps deepen understanding of classical Hausa narrative styles.

Websites

https://historyrise.com/the-sokoto-caliphate-islamic-expansion-and-colonial-resistance/

A historical study of the political, religious, and cultural structures that shaped much of Hausa society. Useful for learners who want deeper context on Islamic scholarship, authority, and cultural identity in Hausa-speaking regions.

https://www.youtube.com/@HausaTelevision/videos
HTV posts cultural programs, interviews, and educational content in Hausa. Great for seeing modern cultural expression and hearing different speaking styles.