The lost village
His eyes were what set him apart. But not because one pupil was black and the other blue. It was because, unlike the rest of the population, they held something aside from emptiness.
A country on the mat
Of what are we to feel nostalgic? / Of faraway screams lost to the ears of mourning siblings?
Breaking Ma
“You are young and firm. That is good. These days, fresh blood brings in more money.”
Desta Haile wins the Afritondo Prize 2021
Desta’s winning story, Ethio-Cubano, is a collection of memories where Cuban and Ethiopian cultures collide.
If you have a story, just keep trying to tell it - Faraaz Mahomed
Advice to young writers: Don’t give up. It is not an easy pursuit.
Video: I'd like to encourage as many people to explore the narratives coming out of Africa - Rémy Ngamije
I try to create an internal literary festival with my writing - Rémy Ngamije
Video: Writing is hard, but it is worth it
In this interview, Justin Clement talks about writing, his writing process, and Human Cities.
Video: There is an abundance of writing talents in Africa but little exposure - Joshua Chizoma
We need to create residency programs in Africa that provide opportunities to young writers - Joshua Chizoma
Video: I am new to this writing game, but for me, it is really a nice way of exploring - Desta Haile
Desta Haile on writing Ethio-Cubano and her writing journey.
The exodus: politics and extra
I swear if you throw a stone at random in Hillbrow, you are likely to hit a Zimbabwean. Or some other African. Who that stone hits is up to fate!
The impact of COVID-19 on UK universities: Appreciating International students studying in the UK
In this essay, Dr Alloh examines the plight of international students in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The great surrender
Taylor quietly opens the unlocked door and follows the music to the living room.
The master of the game: Remembering Kalu Okpi
As a teenager, I grew up on a diet of popular fiction, and Kalu Okpi, even more than James Hadley Chase, initiated me into the world of the word.
