NOT FOR SALE
Photo: Anna Ana
The conspicuous sign
Hung on her father’s fence.
Passersby laughed,
For the road that led
To her father’s house
Was condemned.
But her father wasn’t
Alerting the gullible.
His message was for the
Shameless man who lived
Three streets away.
Who offered his farmland
In exchange for his
Twelve-year-old daughter.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Muyiwa is a poet, creative, and music enthusiast. His debut poetry collection, The Taxi Driver and Other Poems explores a variety of themes that reflects an African’s reality and draws attention to neglected conversations. In addition to writing, Muyiwa expresses his artistic explorations through photography, design, and film.
You'll find Muyiwa on Instagram (@muyiee).
