https://www.europesays.com/africa/464548/ Sol Tshekisho Plaatje: His name is everywhere . . . his legacy must be too #AfricanLiterature #mhudi #NativeLifeInSouthAfrica #sannc #SetswanaShakespeareTranslations #SolPlaatje #SolPlaatjeUniversity #SolomonTshekishoPlaatje #SouthAfrica #SouthAfricanHistory #ThebeIkalafeng
#africanliterature — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #africanliterature, aggregated by home.social.
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An insightful read: how Scholastique Mukasonga’s Kibogo revives Rwandan culture in the post-genocide era. #Rwanda #AfricanLiterature #PostcolonialStudies https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-026-07516-1
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Dissolution Of Customary Marriages
When a customary marriage is dissolved in Nigeria, the distribution of property and assets does not follow the same rules as a statutory (court) marriage. While statutory marriages are governed by Section 72 of the “Matrimonial Causes Act (MCA)” which grants judges wide discretion to divide matrimonial properties equitably, customary marriages are governed strictly by “Native Law and Custom”, subject to constitutional tests of fairness.https://lawakhigbe.com/2026/08/27/dissolution-of-customary-marriages/
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A Challenge and an Opportunity: A Book Festival Opens the Door to Mozambique
A new book fair in Mozambique seeks to 'help create the infrastructure, skills, relationships, and commercial opportunities' for local publishers, writers, and readers.
The post A Challenge and an Opportunity: A Book Festival Opens the Door to Mozambique appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/08/a-challenge-and-an-opportunity-a-book-festival-opens-the-door-to-mozambique/#Africanliterature #AfricanPublishing #BookFairs #Festivals #MaputoInternationalBookFair
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"#Continuity is our #LivingLegacy." #Somaliland's 19th #HIBF2026 opens with celebration of #AfricanLiterature, #IndigenousKnowledge & #AfricanHeritage. #GuestCountry #Eswatini joins writers, scholars & diplomats in affirming that #culture survives when it is passed from one generation to the next.
https://saxafimedia.com/hibf-2026-somaliland-continuity-literature/
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The Silence of Friday: How J.M. Coetzee Flipped the Script on Robinson Crusoe
In 1986, South African Nobel Laureate J.M. Coetzee looked at Crusoe’s island and saw something entirely different: the blueprint for colonial trauma. -
The One Book I’ve Read More Than Any Other: Why Americanah Never Gets Old
Americanah is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores identity, race, immigration, love, and the meaning of home through the unforgettable journey of Ifemelu and Obinze. With rich storytelling and sharp social commentary, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie invites readers to reflect on belonging, cultural identity, and the realities of living between two worlds. It is a moving novel that stays with you long after the final page. -
Two Literary Festivals in Paris Focus on the African Continent
Maghreb des Livres, well-established but trying to rebuild momentum after several years of decline, and Rive Noir, a dynamic new venture, highlight the vibrancy of African literature.
The post Two Literary Festivals in Paris Focus on the African Continent appeared first on Publishing Perspectives.
https://publishingperspectives.com/2026/07/two-literary-festivals-in-paris-focus-on-the-african-continent/#Africanliterature #AfricanPublishing #BookFairs #France #MaghrebdesLivres
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Not Every Great Conversation Starts with a Perfect Book
What happens when a book about a place lands differently depending on who is reading it? A cultural essay on polarising art, African storytelling, and the readers caught in between. -
Personal Journey: A Story That Questions the “Happily Ever After”
In a world where social media often sells perfect weddings and picture-perfect marriages, it takes courage to speak honestly about what happens after the celebration ends. Some stories don’t fit into fairy-tale frames — they challenge them. They ask deeper questions about identity, expectations, love, and personal growth. One such story is centered around author Thandeka Zungu-Sikhundla and her bold debut book, The Scam Called Marriage. Her platform is simple, direct, and intentional — […]https://sowetoapparel.wordpress.com/2026/05/15/a-story-that-questions-the-happily-ever-after/
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𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑵𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒅𝒔: 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂, 𝑷𝒕. 2: 𝑺𝒐𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒂'𝒔 𝑻𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓 & 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝑱𝒆𝒓𝒐 -
Why have so few read Soyinka? And can we find hope through his cynical dramas? I admit I am a victim of the myth-making around me which has made Soyinka and other African writers largely invisible.
#podcast #literature #books #read #bookpodcast #wolesoyinka #thetrialsofbrotherjero #drama #nigerianliterature #africanliterature
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𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑵𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒅𝒔: 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝑷𝒕 1: 𝑨𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐 -
We introduce some approaches to Nigerian literature, offer a bevy of African writers, and explore how one of Nigeria's most powerful can write her own modest letter to humanity.
#podcast #literature #books #ChimamandaAdichie #dearijeawele #chinuaachebe #africanliterature #nigerianliterature #transculturalism
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𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: "𝗣𝗲𝘁" 𝗯𝘆 𝗔𝗸𝘄𝗮𝗲𝗸𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝘇𝗶 -
This YA story is at once a serious look at repressed trauma (personal and societal) and a sensitive examination of diversity and compassion. A wonderful introduction to community and responsibility.
#bookreviews #literature #books #bookworm #read #book #readreadread #akwaekeemezi #pet #yanovel #africanliterature #afrofuturism #nigeria #nigerianliterature #youngadult #utopia #trauma #lgbtqiaplus #gender #diversity -
Some memories from 2025 with Karen Jennings, author and co-founder of the Island Prize itself
You can catch up with Karen on the podcasts on our channels :
https://www.youtube.com/@hollandhouse1298
https://open.spotify.com/show/6u1ew6zQklS7eQLuJc94ap)
#books #memories #photoalbum #bookchat #authorslife #africanliterature #bookstodon
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A look back at a remarkable journey !
Catch up on Hamza with the podcasts on our channels (links in bio, or go to :
https://www.youtube.com/@hollandhouse1298
https://open.spotify.com/show/6u1ew6zQklS7eQLuJc94ap)
#books #memories #photoalbum #bookchat #authorslife #africanliterature #bookstodon
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iLembe Book Festival brings together readers, writers, and creatives, fostering a deeper appreciation for literature and the spoken word.
Are You There Yet?Check them out:
https://www.instagram.com/ms_andilecele
https://www.instagram.com/catullusfanhttps://ilembebookfestival.co.za
#AfricanWriter #AfricanLiterature #WritingCommunity #AfricanVoices #bookfest #literaryfestival #bookstodon #books
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HHB / Island Prize Special Edition!
Check them out:
https://ilembebookfestival.co.za
www.instagram.com/catullusfan
www.instagram.com/ms_andilecelewww.instagram.com/simba_steyn
www.africanwriter.com#AfricanWriter #AfricanLiterature #WritingCommunity #AfricanVoices #bookfest #literaryfestival #bookstodon #books
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Each cover of my African Thrillers has had an animal on the cover - Comment what African animal you think might be on the cover of my upcoming book ‘Daughter of Africa’
#writer #writing #newbook #africanliterature #Africa #staytuned #authorlife #lovewhatyoudo
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It's the last day of the Open Book Fest ! Andile Cele, author of Braids & Migraines (Island Prize selection 2023) is there - Are You?
Here's our third mini-preview from upcoming HHB Podchat with Andile, as she talks about writing Braids & Migraines - enjoy!#bookfestival #africanliterature #books #bookchat #openbook #openbookfestival #writerslife #bookstodon
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Celebrating HH author Andile Cele on her 2nd day at the Open Book Fest (are you there?!)with our 2nd clip where she talks about .... can you guess?
#bookfestival #africanliterature #books #bookchat #openbook #openbookfestival #bookstodon
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And we're off! It's the first day of the Open Book Festival in Cape Town, and HHB/IP author Andile Cele will be there every day on panels; to celebrate, we're posting a mini-preview-clip from our upcoming Podchat with her - enjoy!
#bookfestival #africanliterature #books #bookchat #openbook #openbookfestival #bookstodon
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It's all kicking off!
Such an enjoyable time chatting with Andile yesterday for the Holland House Podcast - We'll be sharing clips over the coming weekend, when Andile will be attending the Open Book Festival, including the Book Lounge - swipe for dates!
Will You Be There?
#bookfestival #africanliterature #books #bookchat #openbook #openbookfestival #comingsoon #bookstodon
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All the days, all the times.... the Open Book Festival launches 5th of September - are you there?
Holland House author Andile Cele (Island Prize Selection 2023) is !
Swipe for details of days, times, place
And check out
https://openbookfestival.co.za/festival-programme/#bookfestival #africanliterature #books #bookchat #openbook #openbookfestival #bookstodon
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A busy line-up this week for Holland House/ Island Prize author Andile Cele as she steps up to speak this Thursday online about her book 'Braids & Migraine' - before heading off to join fellow panellists at the Open Book Festival -
Are You There? Catch the link from the QR code
See you there!
#booktalk #bookchat #books #africanliterature #whattoreadnext #healingpathways #bookstodon
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Check them out (& give them a follow):
https://www.annablasiak.com/
https://lisakalloophotography.co.uk/
www.hhousebooks.com/books/rozpetanie-deliverance
saveaswriters.co.ukhttps://www.sarahisaacs.com/
https://www.instagram.com/cathyparkkelly/#poetry #literaryfiction #poetrycommunity
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Someone bought one of every item in the Art Shop! Thank you! And now we are moving toward Book 2: The Crocodile Doesn't Hunt
https://ko-fi.com/africantranslationproject #AfricanTranslationProject #AfricanLiterature #Books
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Have you checked out the project lately? We're so close to getting the first translation started - this is about to be real!
https://ko-fi.com/africantranslationproject #AfricanTranslationProject #AfricanLiterature #bookstodon #BlackArt
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@HargeysaBF celebrates 18 years, championing African voices & identity. This year's theme, "#Africa," fosters dialogue & celebrates the continent's rich heritage. #HIBF2025 #AfricanLiterature #Somaliland @JamaMusse #HIBF #Zambia
https://saxafimedia.com/hargeisa-book-fair-18-african-voices-identity/
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The 18th @HargeysaBF (#HIBF2025) in #Somaliland, July 26-31, will celebrate #AfricanLiterature with #Zambia as the Guest of Honor. The fair promotes reading, writing, & cultural exchange, fostering a vibrant literary scene in #EastAfrica.
https://saxafimedia.com/hargeisa-international-book-fair-literary/