Africanstories Stories

What happens when the dream in your heart is different from the future others have chosen for you? Muhammad Lawan Agit is a young man with a dream-to become an engineer. But the road to that dream is anything but easy. From childhood struggles and academic setbacks to financial difficulties, family expectations, repeated disappointments and the painful experience of doors closing when he desperately wanted them to open, Muhammad learns that success is rarely a straight road. After achieving a JAMB score of 238, he believes his long-awaited opportunity has finally arrived. But instead of Engineering, his family hopes he will pursue Medicine. What follows is another difficult chapter filled with uncertainty, disappointment and a battle between following expectations and pursuing the dream in his heart. Yet Muhammad refuses to give up. Rise of a Determined Soul is a memoir of faith, struggle, perseverance and triumph. It is a story for anyone who has ever faced rejection, questioned their path, or wondered whether their dreams are still possible. Sometimes a closed door is not the end. Sometimes it is Allah redirecting you toward the door He has prepared for you. This is Muhammad's journey. A journey of faith. A journey of struggle. A journey of determination. And perhaps, a reminder that your own difficult chapter does not mean your story is over.

The deal was simple: he would raise them, she would disappear and their secret would die with their youth. Teniola had mastered the art of perfection. A fast growing career, a reputation built on discipline and a man whose love feels like the future she's fought for all her life. No one suspected the truth she buried fifteen years ago; twins she left behind to maintain a "perfect daughter" image and pursue her career. Teniola never looked back. The twins became the chapter she ripped out of her life... an unforgivable mistake in her eyes... a stain she feared would ruin everything she's built. Unfortunately... secrets don't stay buried forever. Would Teniola's life remain the same after her ex sues her for child neglect? Beneath Her promises to keep you glued to your screens!

In this season, Lerato finds herself in a drastic situation after her scary discovery. Thoriso on the other hand is tackling his paternity while Gregory finds love and Siviweʼs defiance takes hold. Zaza starts building her own life with nothing while Sakhile still remains the glue of the family - the one who holds everyone together.

"A child who listens to the elders does not walk into a trap. You are the First Seed, but even a seed needs the shade of an old tree to grow straight." To the world, Yaw was just another cry in the humid air of Ghana's Ashanti Region. But to his family, he was the First Seed, the bearer of a thousand unfulfilled dreams. Born into a home rich in love but shadowed by biting poverty, Yaw's life becomes a fierce battle for survival, dignity, and purpose. From the bustling, chaotic streets of Madina hawking sachet water under a blistering sun, to hanging off the sides of roaring trotros as a mate, Yaw learns the hard way that pride is a luxury you swallow when you have a family to lift up. Guided by the fierce sacrifice of his mother, his "Woman King" and the timeless ancestral wisdom of his grandmother, he fights to pave a path toward a better future. But just as the light begins to break and his dreams of becoming an educator take root, an unannounced shadow threatens to wash everything away. The Shadows of Life is a raw, deeply moving Ghanaian memoir of resilience, the crushing weight of being the firstborn, and the unbreakable bonds of family. It is a powerful reminder that no matter how deep the darkness, a seed's only job is to grow.

The Invisible Daughter What if the people who were supposed to love you... treated you as if you never existed? Ariana has everything money can buy-but not the one thing every child deserves: a family that loves her. Blamed for a tragedy she never caused, ignored by her powerful father, and overshadowed by the girl everyone chose instead, Ariana grows up carrying wounds no one can see. But every lie has an expiration date. When hidden secrets begin to surface, and the truth threatens to destroy the perfect image of the family, those who reject the invisible daughter will be forced to face the consequences of their choices. Will love arrive before it's too late... or will regret become the only inheritance they have left? A heartbreaking Nigerian family drama filled with betrayal, emotional twists, redemption, and unforgettable revelations. Sometimes, the child nobody wants becomes the one nobody can forget. Story by: Egbeolowo Abdulmalik Ayomide (PRESIDO) & Oyeniyi Boluwatife (Tyfeh) PRESIDO DYNASTY UNIVERSE � THE INVISIBLE DAUGHTER

In a secondary school in Chad, Tai has spent years hiding his feelings behind smiles, jokes, and long glances across the classroom. Jessie is everything he admires-kind, intelligent, and impossible to ignore. He believes she feels it too... until one moment changes everything. Just when Tai finally gathers the courage to confess his feelings, Jessie discovers a painful truth about the boy she thought she loved. Hearts collide, secrets unravel, and emotions blur as loyalty, love, and timing are put to the test. Sometimes, your biggest crush doesn't break your heart. Sometimes, it arrives when you're already broken. My High School Crush is a short emotional story about teenage love, disappointment, and the quiet courage it takes to choose healing over longing.

Collection of stories from my home village

Everybody admired Cynthia Samuel. Beautiful, brilliant, prayerful, and respected. But behind every smile was a painful secret nobody knew about. A story about hidden struggles, pressure, heartbreak, friendship, faith, and survival in university life.

fighting for freedom

The narrative of King Jaja of Opobo, a former slave who ascended to power, established a prosperous kingdom, and defied the British Empire. His bravery, leadership, and resistance made him a symbol of African pride, yet his victory resulted in betrayal and exile.

Five families, One festival and a whole lot of drama. Meet the Okorie's, once the richest family until the Okonkwo's moved in. Will Ruby be able to live with it? Up next, the Adesanya's. Is there more to Sarah's constant prayers or is it a psychological problem? The Okonkwo's are a lovely family that love God. Why then is Mary different? Mallam Dubey loves his family, but has no time for them. Can he change? Kemi Odukoya's marriage isn't the happily ever after she dreamed of. Is there anything she is hiding? Or is Peter to take all the blame? On Raul Street, nothing is what it seems and as these five families come together, they will find out that this pet-crazy street has its ups and downs

THIS WAS WRITTEN ON WATTPAD! IF YOU ARE SEEING THIS ON ANY OTHER PLATFORM IT WAS STOLEN!!!!! this is a compilation of stories that i'm working on rn, it's a bunch of African legends starring everyone's favorite trickster god....ANANSI! lmk if i should put each story in one part or a bunch of parts and i tell you when the next story starts, whatever is easier to read!!! thanks so much for reading it! DISCLAIMER; I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THESE STORIES I AM NOT THAT CREATIVE! (i did twist them to my own style tho) ANOTHER DISCLAIMER; i am a christian and i totally understand if ur not comfortable reading this bc it has other gods or clashes with ur religion. im writing this purely out of my own joy, and i don't believe in any of it (and it's fine if you do) i'm just saying i support all religions and you can still read this even if you don't believe in it(: [PS i am going to add a cover, i'm in the process of drawing one] Read the disclaimer at the beginning so I have more info ITS REALLY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ IT BTW!!

A summer in Lagos was supposed to be simple - family, fun, a little rest. But for Udo, it becomes a crash course in love, class, and everything money can't buy. Because Lagos is never gentle. It's loud, glittering, and savage. A story about a girl trying to find herself in a city that never stops testing her.

An African-styled story which portrays fascinating scenes that revolve around a money that was meant to liberate a family from poverty. The Dilemma is meant not to just entertain the readership but give moral advices on our daily experiences. Happy reading..... Cheers!

"Is this the place where black people go when they die?" I ask the lame girl with eyes the color of ash. After waking from a plane crash, Ikem Zamendo finds himself in a land he half-believes is Hell. But knowing he wasn't meant to die yet, he journeys through forests filled with broken bones and rivers mixed with blood in search of a means for escape. But the three Seers he meet for assistance give him a common answer, "You ain't going no where, Nigga. No Escape from this war!" LOL, or something like that. Beware, this is the first of my series, 'MY HELL'.

OKONTA a furious village hunter, fearful, wicked and very hostile, hijack the life of his rival. Being one of the protagonists of the play brought out the unclean lifestyle of some individuals in the society. The injustices of men tells us how evil has embedded in the heart of men, wickedness has become the order of the day. Taking an in-depth look into this play, it remanded us on some of the inevitable behaviors of man to his fellow man, just because he has an upper hand in the affairs of the society. The first ACT/SCENE took us on how the rift between the two protagonists started i.e mazi Okonta and mazi Nnana, going forward it was seen that the igwe try to settle the disputes partially but this act of settlement was just a caricature. Going deeply into the play we saw how Nnana was murdered in cold blood and mazi Okonta the murderer was spy by Ibe, yet the truth was trampled upon. This among other things happens in the world today. Now and then, we see how those at the top will hijack what has being made for the masses, yet the government that are suppose to fight for the poor masses will keep quiet. Towards the end part of this play we say how the gods revolted against the whole community just like how God destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, and all those that were involved in one way or the other meet their end at the end of the road. This is what happens when you destroy the life of others and think you can go scot free.

Before the events of "Things Fall Apart", Nwoye and Ikemefuna are brothers in all but blood. Yet the two feel as if they cannot deny their burning desire for one another any longer.

Love that we thought was meant to be but wasn't meant to be... imperfect people who found love, who were so in to each other..... unlike other love stories, this was so perfect, both sides had both positive and negative impact on each other.....it was so real......hearts intertwined, such perfect rhythm and harmony... Lovers to a fault, the world felt they were meant to be but it was the reverse.... Characters in this story are the only fiction, And excuse my typo errors if you see any.... Hope you'll enjoy and learn from it... Mr. Jay

From the humble sands of Kano to the bustling streets of Lagos, Echoes of the Giant tells the powerful story of Nigeria through the eyes of three generations. This novel follows Amaka, a spirited teenage girl from Enugu, who uncovers a box of letters written by her grandfather-one of Nigeria's first independence activists. As she reads through his hopes, fears, and dreams, the story transports readers into Nigeria's rich history: from colonial rule to the Biafran war, from the discovery of oil to modern-day challenges of youth, technology, and political reform. Blending fiction with real cultural depth, Echoes of the Giant is a celebration of Nigeria's resilience, diversity, and untold beauty. It is a story of identity, unity, and the fight to keep the Nigerian spirit alive in a changing world.

When Mahad's best friend Idriss drowns at sea, the whole town of Eyl mourns. But as prayers end and fishing resumes, a deeper truth emerges - the sea is no longer safe, nor fair. A town of fishermen must decide: continue suffering or take back what is theirs.