Alfa (title)
Alfa is a title given to distinguished figures in Guinea, particularly in the Kankan Region. It has become known in Guinea as a title of respect, especially amongst the Maninka and and is commonly given to scholars and learned and religious military leaders.[1]
References[]
- ^ O'Toole, Thomas; Baker, Janice E. (2005). Historical Dictionary of Guinea. Volume 94 of African historical dictionaries, Scarecrow Press. p. 6. ISBN 0-8108-4634-9.
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