A book that echoes Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man
Reviews
We’re very happy to have our review of The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste featured in The Times Literary Supplement April 2020 issue. The Times Literary Supplement is one of the oldest review journals dating back to the early 1900. Its rich history of discussing literature...
On Friday 7 February, 2020 St. Johns Wood Library in London was filled to capacity for an event to celebrate black history month. Our objective was to discuss the contributions hip hop artists have made to American culture and society; and really also their...
Manchester Happened is a bold and candid collection of short stories written by acclaimed author Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi. The book follows several Ugandan immigrants who have settled in Manchester and some who have returned home. Makumbi uses the two settings to discuss the opportunities...
The above featured image, is by artist Prince Gyasi, a Ghanian photographer who participated in the seventh edition of the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair. This piece is a perfect illustration of the outstanding artists and the bold perspective they brought to this year’s...
It is not an understatement to say that Ngugi Wa Thiong’o is one of the most respected scholars in the world. His body of work continues to shape discourses about the role of literature in promoting culture, good governance, and human rights. In many...
Writivism Literary Festival is back at the historic National Theatre in Kampala, Uganda. This year’s events will take place on August 15 -18, 2019, showcasing the continent’s best-known authors and book enthusiasts. Events will include book launches, performances, and panel discussions. In addition, prizes...
Arnold Birungi is one of Uganda’s most prolific artists. His work is in high demand by both galleries and individual collectors. What makes Birungi’s artwork so distinct and appealing is its relatable subject matter. Whether it’s a rural scene or a city scene, or...
The Caine Prize for African Writing 2019 went to Lesley Nneka Arimar for her short story Skinned. In this dystopian tale, young women are forced to live in the nude until they are married and covered by wife cloth. Arimah’s story is an insightful commentary...
In its eighth edition Africa Writes Festival, sponsored by the Royal African Society, continues to be one of the best events celebrating African literature. Hosted at the historic British Library—fans of African storytelling had a chance to mingle with their favorite authors through book...
