Limba People of Sierra Leone

Limba People of Sierra Leone The limba people of Sierra Leone comprises of 12 dialects.

Members of the Limba tribe believe that they have always lived in Sierra Leone in the Wara Wara mountains and were probably the first rulers of the country. It is believed by some historians that like the Temne, they are descendants of a once-powerful tribe coming from Fouta Djallon during the 12th century. They were also brilliant scholars and philosophers brought their knowledge of agriculture a

nd trade with them and with that built a society based on this sole ideal: If you work and respect the land properly then you are worthy to enjoy the fruits of your labor. During the colonial era of Sierra Leone, many Limba people were captured and sold at Bunce Island as slaves to the Americas through the Atlantic slave trade. To escape this, many Limba people traveled to the capital city of Freetown and the Western area and as a result, most Limba are located in these places

22/08/2026

The Kakalain Limba people are among the most marginalized groups in Koinadugu District, having been overtaken by the Kasunko Limba in the traditional power-sharing system. Despite this, they still hold a voice in retaining the paramount chieftaincy. Pictured here is Gbondalie, a Limba male initiation ceremony held in Gusuna Village, Kakalain Section, Kasunko Kakalain Chiefdom, Koinadugu District, Northern Sierra Leone.

21/08/2026

We have no migration traditions, having lived in the region for millennia.

20/08/2026

We want to link up with our people in East Africa

19/08/2026

The Limba people of Sierra Leone have a rich and ancient cultural heritage. Some traditions and oral histories suggest possible connections with ancient Jewish communities, but these claims remain debated and require further historical, linguistic, and genetic research to establish their origins.

18/08/2026

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17/08/2026

In Kasunko Chiefdom, the Limba people come together in vibrant ceremonial gatherings marked by masked dancers, colourful yarn regalia, rhythmic drumming, and communal participation celebrating traditions passed down through generations.

We humbly appeal to Her Excellency Mrs. Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of Sierra Leone, to kindly intervene in the urgent ...
17/08/2026

We humbly appeal to Her Excellency Mrs. Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of Sierra Leone, to kindly intervene in the urgent rehabilitation of the damaged bridge along the Makeni–Kamakwie highway, whose disrepair has cut off the Kamakwie community from healthcare, education, and trade, and whose restoration would greatly relieve the suffering of the people who depend on it daily. First Lady Fatima Maada Bio His Excellency Julius Maada Bio David Moinina Sengeh - PhD

16/08/2026

What is one thing you love most about your village? Share your thoughts and let’s celebrate our communities.

16/08/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! Itz Maka Velliy, Rebecca Conteh, Songbon Mansaray, Sunday Koroma, Brima John Kargbo, Rugiatu Bangura, Ballay Koroma, Joseph M. Kamara, Nenneh Kargbo, Sallieu Samura, Musa Kabba, Osman Borboh Conteh, Babashola Basirr Salaami Carew, Yung Celly Diamond, Andrew Conteh, Iyamide Cummings, Samuel Lily, Yayah Conteh, Wulamatu Conteh, Alie Saio Bangura, Kasimu Mohamed Kamara, Suliaman Kanu, Alusine Koroma, Itz Take Eze Sesay, Samuel Conteh, Usman Sesay, Gladys Sesay, Mariatu Sesay, Kassim Rubaie, David Nelson Kargbo, Alusine Sinneh Samura, Kamara Mohame Bornoh, Itz Emmanuel Kargbo, Edward Turay, Alhaji Dumbuya Chris Lajj, Abu Bakarr Sengbe Dumbuya, Emmanuel As Samura, Rebecca Sesay, Emmanuel S Conteh, Memunatu Conteh, Philip Samura, Mohammed Rogers, Osman Ibinaafan Kamara, Bangura Sorie Mbalu, Victoria M Conteh, Madieu Jalloh, Foday Konsoh Koroma, Isaac Kaycee, Manso Samura, Alfred Sesay

16/08/2026

Big shout out to my new rising fans! Adama Daniel

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