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Three decades of 'It's a Madd Madd World' : Celebrating satirist and cartoonist Maddo’s unbroken mirror to the nation
Former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga noted that “whereas politicians draft laws, cartoonists draft the conscience. From managing the high-stakes shadows of the International Criminal Court (ICC) proceedings in The Hague to illustrating the chaotic birth of our devolved governance systems between 2012 and 2016, 'It’s a Madd Madd World' has ensured that power is constantly held accountable through humour.”
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If international success is the more viable route, what does that mean for the future of African literature and its relationship with homegrown audiences?
The evening of Valentine’s saw a buzz of activities at Alliance Française, a venue well known for its long-standing support of the arts, with attendees in theme for the Red Party in their reds and blacks
Moraa’s poetry reminds us that love—whether quiet or blazing—is a force that shapes us.
BookTok is redefining the landscape of African literature, with the potential to be a game-changer. Photo: Hankins Muhanji
The African publishing industry is brimming with untapped potential, and the sessions at the Sharjah Book Fair 2024 offered a roadmap to unlock it
Mercy Kirui, eKitabu Senior Manager for Publishing and a Frankfurt Fellow at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2024, speaks about her experience at the event.
