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A Ficção como História - este é o título e a premissa do livro de Dorothée Boulanger agora publicado em português, depois de uma primeira edição em inglês. A académica francesa analisou mais de 20 romances de autores angolanos como Pepetela, Manuel dos Santos Lima, Ondjaki, José Eduardo Agualusa ou Sousa Jamba, todos publicados no período pós-colonial. O objectivo era tentar perceber o papel da literatura na formação da identidade nacional nos primeiros anos da independência. O trabalho é o resultado de uma investigação durante o doutoramento na Universidade de Oxford, onde continua como professora. O que levou a Dorothée a viver e a trabalhar em Angola e como é que esse período influenciou esta investigação? Eu morei em Angola de 2009 a 2011, na cidade de Lobito. Foi, primeiro, uma oportunidade pessoal e familiar, mas, anteriormente, tinha-me formado em relações internacionais e estudos de género, especializando-me no assunto dos conflitos armados em África e em assuntos de pós-conflito, reconstrução, reconciliação. Por isso, o contexto angolano era muito interessante para mim. A guerra civil parou menos de uma década antes da minha chegada em Lobito. Morar mais de dois anos nessa cidade foi uma oportunidade preciosa para o meu trabalho, porque eu quero pensar a literatura como uma intervenção estética e política num contexto específico. A minha leitura das obras fez-se a partir da situação do país. Deu-me a possibilidade de ver a especificidade do discurso literário angolano e os desafios que a população enfrentava acerca da liberdade de expressão e da memória da guerra.O que faz de Angola especial para que a literatura de ficção seja útil como fonte da história do país?O papel de muitos escritores angolanos durante a guerra anticolonial, a sua participação na luta armada e dentro do MPLA, tornou-os atores políticos importantes e também testemunhas privilegiadas deste período. Por isso, as narrativas que eles fizeram têm um valor histórico. Também gozavam de um grande prestígio social. O primeiro presidente, Agostinho Neto, era chamado presidente-poeta. E a União dos Escritores Angolanos foi a primeira associação criada pelo Estado independente. Dentro do primeiro governo Neto, havia muitos escritores com função de ministros na saúde, como o Uanhenga Xitu, na cultura, como o António Jacinto. Então, realmente, os escritores estavam dentro do aparelho do poder.O que é que os romances de ficção angolanos ensinam sobre Angola que não está nos manuais de história? Uma das contribuições da literatura angolana é de oferecer um discurso angolano sobre a história do país. Um discurso angolano que se distancia do discurso oficial do regime, que fala das tensões dentro do MPLA, do oportunismo das elites pós-coloniais, das purgas. É importante ter vozes angolanas para contar esta história, centrando perspectivas autóctonas e referências culturais e linguísticas angolanas. Os escritores nem sempre concordam na sua maneira de contar ou analisar certos eventos históricos. Ver estes desacordos e estes conflitos é importante para deixar a história aberta e evitar mistificações. A literatura de ficção permite também transmitir de maneira clara, muito pedagógica, trajetórias históricas complexas, influências múltiplas que construíram a sociedade angolana desde o período da escravidão até hoje. A literatura torna-se um arquivo precioso do período revolucionário angolano. Estou pensando nas histórias de infância do Ondjaki, em Luanda, nos anos 1980, quando a cidade e o país eram fechados ao mundo. O romance de Pepetela, "O Planalto e a Estepe", por exemplo, fala das redes revolucionárias dos anos 1960 e 1970, de Cuba à Argélia e à União Soviética.    Por outro lado, às vezes, é nos seus silêncios que a literatura angolana nos ensina muito sobre o papel dos intelectuais. A dificuldade, por exemplo, de falar da tentativa de golpe de Estado do 27 de maio de 1977 por parte dos escritores mais próximos do poder, mostra a dificuldade dos intelectuais em pensar também na sua cumplicidade com a violência do Estado.O que é que descobriu que não estava à espera? Tive várias surpresas. Eu acho que a primeira surpresa foi durante a minha primeira leitura dos romances, num contexto em que a população angolana não se sentia à vontade para falar da guerra ou do governo. Pelo contrário, os escritores contavam histórias difíceis, complexas, faziam acusações a propósito do papel das elites, também sobre a herança da escravidão, a falta de integridade ideológica e ética de muitos líderes políticos ou religiosos. Havia esta liberdade de tom dentro da literatura. A segunda surpresa foi realizar, mais tarde, após ler muitos romances, a centralidade das perspectivas masculinas e a falta de substância de muitos personagens femininos, sobretudo com os escritores da geração da independência. Os seus romances eram anticoloniais, anti-racistas, que denunciam a dominação portuguesa e a propaganda do Estado Novo. Por isto, não pensava que adotariam com tamanha facilidade estereotipos sexistas. Ademais, o MPLA tinha um discurso de inclusão das mulheres na luta. Mas era só isso, discurso. Os romances angolanos revelam que a emancipação das mulheres e o privilégio masculino são pontos cegos para estes autores, todos homens. Estou pensando em "Sim Camarada!", de Manuel Rui, ou "Mayombe", de Pepetela, que são obras sexistas. Mas o que é muito interessante é que parece que estes autores depois tentaram corrigir um pouco esta propensão. "Lueji: O Nascimento de um Império", de Pepetela, "Rioseco", de Manuel Rui, tentam celebrar o papel das mulheres nas lutas e nas guerras em Angola. Mas até hoje há muito pouco mulheres escritoras no país, o que sublinha, eu acho, a persistência de uma atmosfera masculina acerca da literatura.Há aqui um modelo para analisar a história de outros países da África lusófona da perspetiva da literatura? Sim, a literatura africana sempre teve essa vontade de responder ao discurso colonial, de contar a história na perspectiva dos africanos e das africanas. Um dos aspectos do discurso colonial era negar a história africana, dizendo que a sua história começou com a chegada dos europeus. Muitos escritores africanos - Yvonne Vera, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Assia Djebar e muitos outros - escreveram para contar a sua própria história e revelar a violência e a regressão histórica que constituiu a ocupação europeia do continente africano. Isto sendo dito, eu acho que o caso angolano tem as suas especificidades. No contexto do Estado Novo, a censura política, a propaganda portuguesa deram à literatura um papel importante para fazer ressoar o discurso anticolonial e nacionalista. Daqui, os escritores angolanos, que por razões sociais, familiares, tinham laços fortes com o MPLA, participaram fortemente na luta anticolonial, como escritores e como militantes, às vezes como guerreiros. Esta proximidade com a luta e depois com o aparelho de Estado dá este valor histórico à literatura angolana e à sua especificidade.  Analisou a literatura pós-colonial, de 1960 a 2010. A literatura angolana, ou africana em geral, é hoje menos ativista politica e socialmente?  É uma pergunta interessante, mas é uma pergunta difícil, porque, como eu expliquei, a literatura africana, de forma geral, tem esta dimensão política. Não se reduz a este discurso político, mas tem essas preocupações com o poder, as desigualdades, a dominação histórica. Eu acho que hoje esta dimensão combativa da literatura africana pode encarnar-se em outras lutas de género ou ambientais. Mas, no caso da literatura angolana, acho que é verdade que não encontramos o mesmo dinamismo, a mesma criatividade que há 30 anos. Angola teve uma geração excepcional de escritores desde os anos 60. É indisputável. Hoje em dia, não são tantos, e a luta encarna-se em outras formas de arte, como o hip-hop, por exemplo. A expressão crítica e criativa faz-se através das redes sociais. E temos também que dizer que a negligência do Estado angolano com a educação e a cultura não permitiu um forte desenvolvimento da leitura e da literatura dentro das gerações mais jovens.O livro "A Ficção como História - Resistência e Cumplicidades na Literatura Angolana Pós-Colonial" publicado pela editora Mercado de Letras vai estar à venda em Angola a partir de Março e vai ficar disponível mais tarde em versão digital graças a uma parceria com a editora francesa Africae. 

“The writers of our time who used to criticise the government are no longer there.”Today on the podcast, Alan has the pleasure and privilege of speaking to one of Africa's great writers: the South Sudanese author Taban Lo Liyong.In the 1960s he rubbed shoulders with independence politicians like Jomo Kenyatta and Kwame Nkrumah and with giants of African literature like Wole Soyinka, Chinua Achebe and Ngugi wa Thiong'o. He was taken to Uganda as a young child and spent his formative years there – but now lives in his native South Sudan. On today's podcast he discusses language, the impact of HIV Aids, and why he's not ready to stop work at the age of 93 years. He says he still has two more books in him…

Host Jason Blitman talks to acclaimed author Nnedi Okorafor (Death of the Author) about her inspiration for the book, the personal tragedy that shaped its narrative, and her thoughts on the intersection of human artistry and AI. Then Jason talks to Guest Gay Reader, UK drag queen Holly Stars, who shares her recommendations for light-hearted reading and gives us a sneak peek into her own new release, Murder in the Dressing Room. Nnedi Okorafor is an international award-winning New York Times Bestselling novelist of science fiction and fantasy for children, young adults and adults. Born in the United States to Nigerian immigrant parents, Nnedi is known for drawing from African cultures to create captivating stories with unforgettable characters and evocative settings. Nnedi has received the World Fantasy, Nebula, Eisner and Lodestar Awards and multiple Hugo Awards, amongst others, for her books. Champions of her work include Neil Gaiman, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, George RR Martin, and Rick Riordan. Literary ancestors Diana Wynne Jones, Ursula K. Le Guin and Nawal El Saadawi also loved her work. Nnedi holds a PhD in Literature, two Master's Degrees (Journalism and Literature) and lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her daughter Anyaugo. Learn more at nnedi.com. You can also follow her on Twitter (@nnedi) and Instagram (@nnediokorafor).Holly Stars is a drag stand-up comedian and writer. She is the writer of the smash-hit drag murder mystery, Death Drop, a play that has had three runs on the West End and a UK and Ireland tour. Holly has two seasons of her own television series, Holly Stars: Inspirational, on Froot TV and OutTV, and regularly performs in London and around the UK. Her solo shows include: Justice For Holly, Nightmare Neighbour and Birthday.BOOK CLUB!Use code GAYSREADING at checkout to get first book for only $4 + free shipping! Restrictions apply.http://aardvarkbookclub.comWATCH!https://youtube.com/@gaysreadingBOOKS!Check out the list of books discussed on each episode on our Bookshop page: https://bookshop.org/shop/gaysreading MERCH!Purchase your Gays Reading podcast merchandise HERE! https://gaysreading.myspreadshop.com/ FOLLOW!@gaysreading | @jasonblitman CONTACT!hello@gaysreading.com

Ngugi woman Stephanie Beaupark, artist, scientist and curator talks about her PhD research and how she is using traditional methods of fabric dye to develop ways for Indigenous science to be valued in physical sciences such as chemistry. Stephanie uses art to explore ways of aligning scientific research with Indigenous methodology and cultural values.

Driving Change: Women-Led Development Economics from the Ground Up The International Economic Association's Women in Leadership in Economics Initiative (IEA-WE) connects women economists worldwide and helps showcase their important empirical research, especially in developing countries. IMF Podcasts has partnered with the IEA-WE to produce a special series featuring the economists behind the invaluable local research that informs policymakers in places often overlooked. This episode of Driving Change features Kenyan economist Rose Ngugi, whose indices are helping local counties design policies that work. Other episodes in the series include Colombian economics Professor Marcela Eslava, who looks to fix Latin America's dysfunctional social security network, and Turkish economist Ipek Ilkkaracan, who makes a strong business case for investing in social care infrastructure. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4eOBbAt Special thanks to IEA editor Navika Mehta for this collaboration.

Send us a textAnnie Ngugi shares her journey of growing up in a Christian household in Kenya and her personal decision to have a relationship with Jesus. She emphasizes the importance of total surrender to God and seeking Him in every situation. Annie discusses the need to prioritize Jesus and trust Him even when facing challenges. She also highlights the significance of allowing God's Word to transform our lives and reflect His perfection. Annie describes her own experiences as a setup by God, leading her on a journey of purpose and ministry. TakeawaysGrowing up in a religious household is not enough; it is important to have a personal relationship with Jesus.Total surrender to God and seeking Him in every situation is crucial.Allowing God's Word to transform our lives and reflect His perfection is essential.God often sets us up for a purpose and ministry that we may not initially understand.Trusting God and prioritizing Him in every aspect of our lives brings peace and fulfillment. Fixing our eyes on Jesus is essential in our journey of faith.Trusting in God's plan and purpose helps us navigate challenges and disappointments.Prayer is a powerful tool for seeking God's guidance and finding peace.Patience and surrender are key in understanding God's timing and plan.Prioritizing God in our lives leads to a deeper relationship with Him.Connect with Anney Ngugivisit www.fixyoureyesonjesus.ieLike & Subscribe on YouTube @fixyoureyesonjesusFb @fixyoureyesonjesusIg @fixyoureyeson_jesus Fit4U - Mentalsice App: fit4uwellnesscenter.com Emerald Services: Tax, Bookkeeping, Tax Planning - Emeraldserve.com Support the showJoin the Kingdom Fanatics community! Get access to exclusive content, green room access with guest and more. Visit our website; Like & Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel! We greatly appreciate all the love and support. To donate to the show, sow a seed here.Be Blessed AND Be A Blessing

In this episode of Alternative Convos, Charles talks to Dr Joyce Wangari Ngugi, a renowned consultant psychologist and researcher about the importance of inclusive practices that cater to the unique needs of diverse populations, particularly those with disabilities For more information about her work, click here: https://www.wangari.africa/ Alternative Convos Podcast is a dynamic and engaging talk show that aims to foster unity and drive positive transformation in Africa. It provides a platform for passionate activists, skilled practitioners, and creative thinkers to share their insights on important issues that shape Africa's progress. This podcast is a unique space where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued, creating a safe environment for alternative viewpoints. Hosted by Charles Kojo Vandyck, Alternative Convos Podcast is your go-to source for thought-provoking conversations that inspire change. Disclaimer: “The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest's own and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only”. Contact: Joyce via https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyce-wangari-a9105a1a8/

This week we have fun with all of the top books of the 21st century hype by sharing our own top 10 lists. We each killed a few darlings and made some very tough decisions. How did we do?What books would make your list?Summer Book ClubThe book for the Mookse and the Gripes Summer Book Club 2024 is William Trevor's The Story of Lucy Gault. You can start reading it whenever you want to! We have lined up a guest to join us to discuss the book for the next episode!ShownotesBooks* The Story of Lucy Gault, by William Trevor* The Land Breakers, by John Ehle* Testing the Current, by William McPherson* Miss MacIntosh, My Darling, by Marguerite Young* Schattenfroh, by Michael Lenz, translated by Max Lawton* Lesser Ruins, by Mark Haber* Horror Movie, by Paul Tremblay* Universal Harvester, by John Darnielle* A Head Full of Ghosts, by Paul Tremblay* Cabin at the End of the Woods, by Paul Tremblay* The Indian Lake Trilogy, by Stephen Graham Jones* The Empathy Exams, by Leslie Jamison* In a Strange Room, by Damon Galgut* The Promise, by Damon Galgut* Open City, by Teju Cole* When We Cease to Understand the World, by Benjamin Labatut, translated by Adrian Nathan West* The MANIAC, by Benjamin Labatut* The Employees, by Olga Ravn, translated by Martin Aitken* Flights, by Olga Tokarczuk, translated by Jennifer Croft* Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, by Olga Tokarczuk, translated by Antonia Lloyd-Jones Croft* The Books of Jacob, by Olga Tokarczuk, translated by Jennifer Croft* LaRose, by Louise Erdrich* Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Life of Sylvia Plath, by Heather Clark* Gilead, by Marilynne Robinson* Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell, by Susanna Clarke* Piranesi, by Susanna Clarke* Underland: A Deep Time Journey, by Robert Macfarlane* The Wild Places, by Robert Macfarlane* Reinhardt's Garden, by Mark Haber* Ducks, Newbury Port, by Lucy Ellmann* Your Face Tomorrow, by Javier Marías, translated by Margaret Jull Costa* The Road, by Cormac McCarthy* The Passenger, by Cormac McCarthy* Runaway, by Alice Munro* 2666, by Roberto Bolaño, translated by Natasha Wimmer* Train Dreams, by Denis Johnson* Tree of Smoke, by Denis Johnson* Interpreter of Maladies, by Jhumpa Lahiri* Austerlitz, by W.G. Sebald, translated by Anthea Belle* The Immigrants, by W.G. Sebald, translated by Michael Hulse* The Rings of Saturn, by W.G. Sebald, translated by Michael Hulse* Vertigo, by W.G. Sebald, translated by Michael Hulse* Blinding, by Mircea Cartarescu, translated by Sean Cotter* The Garden of Seven Twilights, by Miquel de Palol, translated by Adrian Nathan West* Antagony, by Luis Goytisolo, translated by Brendan Riley* Monument Maker, by David Keenan* Tomb of Sand, by Geetanjali Shree, translated by Daisy Rockwell* Praiseworthy, by Alexis Wright* Wizard of the Crow, by Ngugi wa Thiong'o* The Known World, Edward P. Jones* Hurricane Season, by Fernanda Melchor, translated by Sophie Hughes* The Twilight Zone, by Nona Fernandez, translated by Natasha Wimmer* Septology, by Jon Fosse, translated by Damion Searls* The Years, by Annie Ernaux, translated by Alison Strayer* In the Distance, by Hernan Diaz* Wolf Hall, by Hilary Mantel* My Struggle, by Karl Ove Knausgaard, translated by Don BartlettOther Links* The Untranslated* New York Times: 100 Best Books of the 21st CenturyThe Mookse and the Gripes Podcast is a book chat podcast. Every other week Paul and Trevor get together to talk about some bookish topic or another. We hope you'll continue to join us!SubscribeMany thanks to those who helped make this possible! If you'd like to donate as well, you can do so on Substack or on our Patreon page. These subscribers get periodic bonus episode and early access to all episodes! Every supporter has their own feed that he or she can use in their podcast app of choice to download our episodes a few days early. Please go check it out! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mookse.substack.com/subscribe

5 libri da leggere nell'estate 2024 fra Egitto, Palestina, Kenya, Algeria e fantascienza con 3 menzioni d'onore su Palestina ed ItaliaI 5 titoli: “Il racconto di un muro” di Nasser Abu Srour (Palestina)“Shubbek Lubbek” di Deena Mohamed (Egitto)“Arabilioso”, Antologia di futurismo arabo (Bahrain, Egitto, Iraq, Giordania, Libano, Palestina e Siria)“La casa grande” di Mohammed Dib (Algeria)“Un matrimonio benedetto” di Ngugi wa Thiong'o (Kenya)Le 3 menzioni d'onore: “Case di sale” di Hala Alyan (Palestina)“Non scusarti per quello che hai fatto” di Mahmoud Darwish (Palestina)“Manifesto dell'Islam Italiano” di Francesca Bocca-Aldaqre (Italia)Iscriviti al canale Telegram per guardare tutta la lista di tutti gli eventi (ad oggi) confermati ed avvisatemi se ne conoscete altri Qui trovi Medio Oriente e Dintorni Music, un mio podcast uscito 2 anni fa solo per Spotify in cui scoprirai la storia e le canzoni di artisti e band che hanno fatto (o stanno facendo) la storiaMentre qui trovate tutti i link di Medio Oriente e Dintorni: Linktree, ma, andando un po' nel dettaglio: -Tutti gli aggiornamenti sulla pagina instagram @medioorienteedintorni -Per articoli visitate il sito https://mediorientedintorni.com/ trovate anche la "versione articolo" di questo podcast. - Qui il link al canale Youtube- Podcast su tutte le principali piattaforme in Italia e del mondo-Vuoi tutte le uscite in tempo reale? Iscriviti al gruppo Telegram: https://t.me/mediorientedintorniOgni like, condivisione o supporto è ben accetto e mi aiuta a dedicarmi sempre di più alla mia passione: raccontare il Medio Oriente ed il "mondo islamico"

The Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024 Melbourne was more than an event; it was a springboard for impactful change. This event united Australia's most influential minds to engage in bold and transformative conversations. Speakers explored and addressed the critical issues surrounding Indigenous careers, leadership advancements, and integration across all sectors. In this episode, recorded at the Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024, I yarn with Aunt Leah Purcell & Kaylah Truth. These two deadly women share a special bond and I had the absolute pleasure of hearing about each of their journeys that intertwined into a beautiful story of mentorship and sistahood.

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Mary Ngugi-Cooper has been a formidable force in the Kenyan marathon scene within the past decade. Mary's journey is not just about her remarkable achievements on the roads; it's about her unwavering commitment to empowering women through the sport she loves. In the wake of a tragic loss that shook the running community to its core, Mary took action by responding to the heartbreaking murder of Agnes Tirop by founding Nala Track Club in October of 2022. Named after the Swahili word for a powerful, successful woman, Nala Track Club is a sanctuary for female athletes.  But it's more than just a club; it's a beacon of hope. Mary's vision extends beyond the finish line, providing not only a safe haven for young women to train but also covering housing and education costs for those in need. Additionally, Nala Track Club has pioneered a groundbreaking coaches training program, empowering women to lead and mentor the next generation of Kenyan athletes. Nike has come on board with the to assist with funding the girls' basic needs and in-residence scholarships to remove financial barriers Her story is one of resilience, determination, and the transformative power of sport. It was super nice to chat with her just days before she went on to finish sixth in the Boston Marathon in 2:24:24. Host: Chris Chavez | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: Mary Ngugi-Cooper | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@maryngugi on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS

Du très renommé Ngugi wa Thiong'o, à des auteurs plus contemporains comme Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor, la littérature kényane bourgeonne. Les lecteurs sont de plus en plus avides de récits locaux. Mais se faire publier reste un défi pour de nombreux écrivains, surtout à leurs débuts. Il faut parfois se tourner vers l'étranger ou publier à compte d'auteur. De notre correspondante à Nairobi,Les rayons de Soma Nami à Nairobi sont remplis d'auteurs du continent. La librairie indépendante se revendique panafricaine. Elle vient aussi de lancer sa propre maison d'édition. Wendy Njoroge, une des cofondatrices, explique : « Il y a des lacunes au Kenya en termes de publications d'œuvres de fiction ou de littérature non fictionnelle. Peu de maisons d'édition s'y risquent. Notre objectif, c'est de pouvoir faire découvrir des récits est-africains au reste du monde. Beaucoup de films sont tirés de livres. L'idée serait même que le livre soit une première étape pour nourrir un paysage plus large avec des histoires est-africaines. »Kiarie Kamau est bien conscient de ces lacunes, malgré des demandes du public pour de la littérature kényane. Il est PDG d'une maison d'édition et président de l'Association des éditeurs au Kenya. « Le secteur de l'édition est très dynamique au Kenya, mais principalement dans un domaine : celui des manuels scolaires, explique le professionnel de l'édition. Je dirais qu'ils représentent entre 85 à 90% des livres publiés. Et ce parce qu'ils assurent des revenus presque immédiats, surtout si l'on répond à un appel d'offres du gouvernement qui sont généralement payés dans les six à huit mois. Pour la fiction, la rentabilité est plus longue, ça demande aux maisons d'édition d'avoir plus de capital. »Publication à compte d'auteurFace à ces difficultés, Joan Thatiah a décidé d'auto-éditer ses œuvres. Elle le reconnaît, l'investissement est risqué. L'écrivaine dit avoir dépensé un peu plus de 1 500 euros pour obtenir 1 000 copies de son premier livre. « J'ai dû chercher un rédacteur, un designer pour le livre, puis il y a tout l'aspect juridique, les copyrights, et enfin l'impression qui coûte très cher, détaille-t-elle. Et à la fin, on ne sait pas si les livres vont se vendre. J'y ai mis toutes mes économies, c'était un vrai pari ! »Aujourd'hui, Joan ne regrette pas sa décision, car elle réussit désormais à vivre de son métier d'écrivaine. « C'est beaucoup de travail, mais pour moi, la publication à compte d'auteur est plus rentable que si j'étais passée par une maison d'édition », assure-t-elle. Sur ses neufs livres, seul un a été publié par une maison d'édition, au Nigeria. « Je tire comme profit environ 50% des revenus des livres vendus, contre 10% que me promettait une maison d'édition kényane », précise encore Joan Thatiah.Forte de cette expérience, l'écrivaine aide aujourd'hui les plumes kényanes débutantes à naviguer dans le milieu de l'autoédition et ainsi encourager l'essor de la littérature kényane.

Literature has always played a key role in social and political life in Africa, even when it is not deliberately or obviously activist in its aims or form.African writers like Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Chinua Achebe, Obi Wali and poets Christopher Okigbo and Stella Nyanzi have long been seen as key thinkers and engaged intellectuals.Tracing this history, this lecture shows how creative work changes society and discusses the role of literary collectives such as Chimureng, Jalada, and Bakwa.A lecture by Madhu Krishnan recorded on 12 October 2023 at Barnard's Inn Hall, LondonThe transcript and downloadable versions of the lecture are available from the Gresham College website: https://www.gresham.ac.uk/watch-now/literary-africaGresham College has offered free public lectures for over 400 years, thanks to the generosity of our supporters. There are currently over 2,500 lectures free to access. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn from some of the greatest minds. To support Gresham's mission, please consider making a donation: https://gresham.ac.uk/support/Website:  https://gresham.ac.ukTwitter:  https://twitter.com/greshamcollegeFacebook: https://facebook.com/greshamcollegeInstagram: https://instagram.com/greshamcollegeSupport the show

Originally published July 6th 2020In Episode 6 we talk to Evelyn Ngugi aka Evelyn from the Internets, Youtuber and content creator. Things Mentioned:If you have never watched one of Evelyn's video here are 3 to get you stared:Evelyn's review of Beyonce's LemonadeSmack yo lips: Review of all the flavors of La CroixAmerica is the Fire NationDo you have a questions for the hosts? Drop us a line. You can tweet us @traditionalpod or dm us on Instagram @none_traditional. If you want to be the first to know when a new episode arrives subscribe to the podcast and our newsletter at www.nontraditionalcast.com Co-Hosts: Anastasia Folorunso, Jenn MundiaProduced and Edited by: Anastasia FolorunsoTheme Music by EsabaluGraphics by Rowan Shalit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week on the podcast we have another two-part conversation, with one of Ghana's foremost creative culture practitioners. Aseye Tamakloe is a filmmaker and lecturer at the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) and a PhD candidate at the Institute of African Studies, University of Ghana Legon - both in Accra. She has worked as editor, director and producer on a number of local and international productions. As a freelance editor, her works include, award-winning films such as Perfect Picture, by Shirley Frimpong–Manso, Chronicles of Odumkrom:The Headmaster, by Ernest Kofi Abbeyquaye, Who is Afraid of Ngugi by Malian filmmaker, Manthia Diawara, and Freetown by US filmmaker, Garret Barty. She is a co-programmer for the Film Africa Festival, London's biggest celebration of African and African diaspora cinema presented by the Royal African Society. She was also the Festival Manager and Director of the European Film Festival, Ghana. (EUFFGH). She is the founder and festival director of Ndiva Women's Film Festival which aims to create artistic platforms for the presentation and preservation of work by, for and about women. And, most recently she is director and editor of the documentary film When Women Speak. Keep reading for a wealth of further insights into topics discussed during our conversation. I learned so much about African cinema history and present, and I have a feeling from this session with this Glocal Citizen, you will too! Where to find Aseye? When Women Speak Film (https://whenwomenspeakfilm.com) On LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/aseye-tamakloe-28729a2a) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/aseyetamakloe/?hl=en) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/aseye.tamakloe) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/tamakloeaseye?lang=en-GB) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@aseyetamakloe8408) Who is Aseye reading? Paulo Coelho (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulo_Coelho) Ama Ata Aidoo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ama_Ata_Aidoo) Kofi Awoonor ((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kofi_Awoonor) Leila Aboulela (https://leila-aboulela.com/about/) Okyeame Literary Magazine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okyeame) Toni Morrison (https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/a26536741/best-toni-morrison-books/) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (https://www.chimamanda.com) The Kite Runner (https://a.co/d/gdDjljF) by Khaled Hosseini Who is Aseye listening to? Culture (http://www.culturereggaeband.com) Amakye Dede (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amakye_Dede) Opera Greats (https://hellomusictheory.com/learn/famous-opera-singers/) Other topics of interest: Film, Form and Culture (https://a.co/d/5Kd7LTu) by Robert Kolker Alice Guy-Blaché (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Guy-Blach%C3%A9) D.W. Griffith (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D._W._Griffith) Mr. Mensah Builds a House (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHExt9bN1aU) The Boy Kumasenu (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAPK8xJgpoU) GFIC - Ghana Film Industry Corporation (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Ghana) 1966 Coup d'Etat in Ghana (https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Today-in-History-Ghana-s-first-coup-Nkrumah-s-overthrow-in-1966-875797) Hamile: The Tongo Hamlet (https://archive.org/details/hamile-pt-1) I Told You So (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsWRRg02TlM) Five Fingers for Marseilles (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2396489/) Ghana Academy of Film and Television Arts (https://www.facebook.com/theghanaacademy/) Fescpaco (https://fespaco.org/en/fespaco/) Black Star International Film Festival (https://www.bsiff.org) NCWD in action (https://www.un.org/womenwatch/daw/followup/responses/Ghana.pdf) Gen Z (Zoomers) vs Millennials (https://greekreporter.com/2022/09/23/genz-vs-millenials/) Abantu Ghana (https://abantu-rowa.com") About Desiderata Poem (https://www.desiderata.com) Special Guest: Aseye Tamakloe.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week on the podcast we have another two-part conversation, with one of Ghana's foremost creative culture practitioners. Aseye Tamakloe is a filmmaker and lecturer at the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) and a PhD candidate at the Institute of African Studies, University of Ghana Legon - both in Accra. She has worked as editor, director and producer on a number of local and international productions. As a freelance editor, her works include, award-winning films such as Perfect Picture, by Shirley Frimpong–Manso, Chronicles of Odumkrom:The Headmaster, by Ernest Kofi Abbeyquaye, Who is Afraid of Ngugi by Malian filmmaker, Manthia Diawara, and Freetown by US filmmaker, Garret Barty. She is a co-programmer for the Film Africa Festival, London's biggest celebration of African and African diaspora cinema presented by the Royal African Society. She was also the Festival Manager and Director of the European Film Festival, Ghana. (EUFFGH). She is the founder and festival director of Ndiva Women's Film Festival which aims to create artistic platforms for the presentation and preservation of work by, for and about women. And, most recently she is director and editor of the documentary film When Women Speak. Keep reading for a wealth of further insights into topics discussed during our conversation. I learned so much about African cinema history and present, and I have a feeling from this session with this Glocal Citizen, you will too! Where to find Aseye? When Women Speak Film (https://whenwomenspeakfilm.com) On LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/aseye-tamakloe-28729a2a) On Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/aseyetamakloe/?hl=en) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/aseye.tamakloe) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/tamakloeaseye?lang=en-GB) On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@aseyetamakloe8408) Who is Aseye reading? Paulo Coelho (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paulo_Coelho) Ama Ata Aidoo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ama_Ata_Aidoo) Kofi Awoonor ((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kofi_Awoonor) Leila Aboulela (https://leila-aboulela.com/about/) Okyeame Literary Magazine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okyeame) Toni Morrison (https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/a26536741/best-toni-morrison-books/) Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (https://www.chimamanda.com) The Kite Runner (https://a.co/d/gdDjljF) by Khaled Hosseini Who is Aseye listening to? Culture (http://www.culturereggaeband.com) Amakye Dede (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amakye_Dede) Opera Greats (https://hellomusictheory.com/learn/famous-opera-singers/) Other topics of interest: Film, Form and Culture (https://a.co/d/5Kd7LTu) by Robert Kolker Alice Guy-Blaché (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Guy-Blach%C3%A9) D.W. Griffith (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D._W._Griffith) Mr. Mensah Builds a House (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHExt9bN1aU) The Boy Kumasenu (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAPK8xJgpoU) GFIC - Ghana Film Industry Corporation (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_Ghana) 1966 Coup d'Etat in Ghana (https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Today-in-History-Ghana-s-first-coup-Nkrumah-s-overthrow-in-1966-875797) Hamile: The Tongo Hamlet (https://archive.org/details/hamile-pt-1) I Told You So (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsWRRg02TlM) Five Fingers for Marseilles (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2396489/) Ghana Academy of Film and Television Arts (https://www.facebook.com/theghanaacademy/) Fescpaco (https://fespaco.org/en/fespaco/) Black Star International Film Festival (https://www.bsiff.org) NCWD in action (https://www.un.org/womenwatch/daw/followup/responses/Ghana.pdf) Gen Z (Zoomers) vs Millennials (https://greekreporter.com/2022/09/23/genz-vs-millenials/) Abantu Ghana (https://abantu-rowa.com") About Desiderata Poem (https://www.desiderata.com) Special Guest: Aseye Tamakloe.

Colonization in Africa was much more than a land grab. It was a project to replace — and even erase — local cultures. To label them inferior. Music, arts, literature and of course language. In other words, it permeated everything. So how do you undo that? How do you unlearn what you've been forced to learn? In this hour, produced in partnership with the Consortium of Humanities Centers and Institutes (CHCI) and Africa is a Country — we learn what it means to decolonize the mind. Original Air Date: March 20, 2021 Interviews In This Hour: Reckon with the Past To Decolonize the Future — Reclaiming the Hidden History of Blackness — Never Write In The Language of the Colonizer Guests: Adom Getachew, Simon Gikandi, Ngugi wa Thiong'o Never want to miss an episode? Subscribe to the podcast. Want to hear more from us, including extended interviews and favorites from the archive? Subscribe to our newsletter.

Nyumba nyingi za ibada kote duniani hufurika wakati wa pasaka, hali ambayo ni tofuati na wakati mwingine wa mwaka.

We highlight and celebrate the contribution of Kenya's literature Icons ; Grace Ogot, Ngugi wa Thiongo , Margaret Ogola among others on this great episode.

Mary Ngugi is not only an accomplished marathoner, but a force of nature, a catalyst for change, and an inspiration both throughout her racing and beyond.   Having launched Nala Track Club, she's creating opportunities for young girls in Kenya with the potential to achieve similar success.   We hear from Mary on the podcast this week, as we also take a look at the stellar elite field for London, Tokyo's record-breaking run next month, and how much race pace you're really sacrificing by missing out on training sessions.   In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena catch up and share their experiences with unique run plans and strength training 13:43 - Rounding up news on the recently announced elite field for April's TCS London Marathon, and Tokyo's Guinness World Record-breaking run next month 21:10 - Training Talk: New research on how much impact a run of consistent missed sessions can have on final race pace 29:05 - Mary Ngugi's inspiring interview, discussing her start in distance running, advantages of training as a team, and remarkable activism work with Nala Track Club & Women's Athletic Alliance 1:01:00 - Closing out with celebrations for two important, special birthdays   Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/

Future food security is one of the key global challenges facing society. Climate change presents significant threats to our ability to produce staple food crops – particularly in regions already vulnerable to droughts. Dr Kahiu Ngugi and his research team from the University of Nairobi and other institutions in Kenya investigated numerous varieties of sorghum – one of the world's most important cereal crops. Their aim was to find new genes that would allow the crop to withstand both drought and a common parasitic weed.

In this episode, Ms. Angela Njehia tells us that despite our leaders passing various policies, sustainability isnot just a thing of the leaders; it is a collective responsibility for each one of us to ensure that we survive; find and explore the different ways to doing things to achieve more sustainable solutions and results for our environment. Ms. Angela Njehia is a Founding member and Director of Tierranjani Africa, a Boutique Tourism Consultancy based in Nairobi that operates across Africa. She has 15years of experience in sustainable tourism working in Kenya and across Africa. Angela has extensive knowledge of African tourism currently having a footprint of her work in over 10 African countries, having worked as a tourism practitioner and later transitioned to tourism development.  Angela is the first East African to be accredited as a Hospitality Food Waste Management consultant through The Pledge; and a certified coach and auditor of the Green destinations.  www.tierranjaniafrica.com  Book recommendations: Dreams in a Time of War by Ngugi wa Thiong'o  The Leader who had no Title by Robin Sharma 

In this episode, AIM Europe Mission Advisor Geoff Donaldson talks to Sam Ngugi. Sam is a member of the AIM Europe board and co-author of ‘Africa to the Rest'. Africa is the most Christian continent in the world today. The book, Africa to the Rest: From Mission Field to Mission Force (Again) celebrates this momentous occasion in world history while it traces God's goodness to Africa in scripture and throughout history, clearly demonstrating that Africa and Africans have always been central to God's missional purposes, not an afterthought. The book is available to order online. Get your copy today!

In this episode, we explore the concept of digitization, new media, and its impact on democratization in Africa. Our guest is Catherine Muya, a lawyer currently leading the digital rights department at ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa. In her current role she leads the implementation of various projects aimed at promoting online free expression and an open internet.Muya speaks with our non-resident fellow Wanjiku Ngugi and helps us interrogate the place of women in politics in the digital age and various aspects of digital political communication in Kenya, and Africa by extension, today. Books, Links, & ArticlesApply to become a 2022-23 non-resident fellowThis Week in Africa Newsletter, July 8 "China Opens Its First Political Party School in Africa" by Kester Kenn KlomegahNon-resident fellow Wanjiku NgugiCatherine Muya"Tweets That Chill: Analyzing Online Violence Against Women in Politics" from the National Democratic InstituteThe Kenya Media Assessment 2021 from InternewsARTICLE 19Digital Democracy, Analogue Politics: How the Internet Era is Transforming Politics in Kenya by Nanjala NyabolaPrevious Episodes We MentionedEp. 65: A conversation with Jeffrey Paller on urban politics, democracy in Ghana, and moreEp. 96: A conversation with Lina Benabdallah on the link between China and Africa

Micah hosts a new friend, Evalyn Ngugi, on the show and they delve into deep subjects, such as the nature of reality, the purpose of life, and how art connects us to the Divine. Evalyn Ngugi is a Kenyan-American poet and visual artist living in Kansas City, MO. Through her work, she tells the many stories that make up her life. The challenges she has faced along with the joys of everyday living. Whether it's paintings, photography, or poetry, she aims to capture the fullness of life in its many forms.

Following up on our previous episode with Joyce Wangari Nugi, in which we talked about Holistic wellness and mental health in research careers, this episode is about Wangari's work for the deaf community and deafness in academia. We are joined by N'kadziri Aminah Idd, who facilitates sign language interpretation throughout our conversation (see the video below). Personal profiles ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7093-2896 Website: wangari.africa Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/joyce-wangari-a9105a1a8/ Feature at TCC Africa: tcc-africa.org/my-tcc-experience-joyce-wangari-ngugi/ Feature at INASP: blog.inasp.info/celebrating-the-international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/ Related resources Deaf Mental Health, a webinar hosted by Eider Africa. deafculturethat.com/category/deaf-academics/ More details at access2perspectives.org/2022/05/a-conversation-with-wangari-joyce-gugi/ Host: Dr Jo Havemann, ORCID iD 0000-0002-6157-1494 Editing: Ebuka Ezeike Music: Alex Lustig, produced by Kitty Kat License: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) At Access 2 Perspectives, we provide novel insights into the communication and management of Research. Our goal is to equip researchers with the skills and enthusiasm they need to pursue a successful and joyful career. |Website: access2perspectives.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/access2perspectives/message

In this episode, Wanjiku Ngugi interviews Wambui Kamiru on her journey as an artist and the linkages between some of her work and subjects such as otherhood, cultural expression, womanhood, and the preservation of history. Wambui also highlights the importance of using memory activism to question various perspectives on ethnicity and its impact on social and political determination in Kenya.Wambui Wamae Kamiru Collymore is an installation artist  and historian based in Nairobi. She has a MSc. in African studies with a focus on violence, history, and memory from the University of Oxford. She creates art around subjects such as decoloniality and identity. Some of these pieces include Harambee 63, Wakariru, Akili ni Nywele, all my venus days, your name betrays you, and their eyes were watching. She is also the founder of The Art Space (Nairobi). Books, Links, & ArticlesWambui KamiruNon-Resident Fellow Wanjiku Ngugi

Chinua Achebe, Ngugi wa Thiongó. Noen av de best kjente afrikanske romanforfatterne begynte alle å skrive under eller i kjølvannet av nasjonale frigjøringskamper, fra 1950-tallet og de neste tiårene.Hvilken rolle spilte denne litteraturen i å sette ord på kolonialismens konsekvenser, og i sentrale debatter om de nye nasjonene? Og hvordan har disse forfatterne formet nyere afrikansk litteratur?Tonje Vold er førsteamanuensis ved Institutt for lingvistiske og nordiske studier ved Universtitetet i Oslo, og har gjennom mange år jobbet med afrikansk og postkolonial litteratur. I 2019 ga hun ut boka Å lese verden. Fra imperieblikk og postkolonialisme til verdenslitteratur og økokritikk. Nå gir hun oss en innføring i en sentral epoke i afrikansk litteraturhistorie.Gjennom en serie foredrag vil Litteraturhuset gi en innføring i noen av de litterære tradisjonene fra det afrikanske kontinentet.Leseliste: Chinua Achebe (1930-2013). Things Fall Apart. 1958Dangarembga, Tsitsi (1988). Nervous Conditions. London: Women's Press.Fanon, Franz. (1991 [1961). Jordens fordømte. Oslo: Pax.Ndebele, Njabulo S. (2003). The Cry of Winnie Mandela. Claremont: David Philip.wa Thiong'o, Ngugi. (1977). Petals of Blood. London: Penguin Books. (1967) Grain of Wheat London: Penguin Books.Ellers nevnes bl.a. J.M. Coetzee, Aime Cesaire, Edward Said, Nadine Gordimer, Miriam Tlali, Abdulrazak Gurnah, Petinah Gappah. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For our premiere episode of Season 2, we are in conversation with everyone's favorite internet cousin Evelyn Ngugi or EvelynFromTheInternets. She is a comedian, creative activist and content creator. She has created some truly prolific and hilarious videos about Black culture, life as a creative, and much more. Evelyn has a unique and amazing way of acknowledging our struggles while still making space for our joy through her humor. For more information about Evelyn, you can find her on the web at @evelynfromtheinternets on all social media and for her YouTube channel.

Happy International Women's Day! We are releasing this week's episode today in celebration, featuring an interview given by one of our non-resident fellows: Wanjiku Ngugi. Wanjiku's interview with Nerima Were is about women's rights in Africa and sexual and reproductive health and rights.Nerima Were is the deputy executive director at the Kenya Legal & Ethical Issues Network on HIV and AIDS (KELIN). She was formerly a program manager of KELIN's sexual and reproductive rights thematic area. She is a lawyer and holds masters and undergraduate degrees in law from the University of Pretoria.Books, Links, & ArticlesWanjiku NgugiChallenging Patriarchy: The Role of Patriarchy in the Roll-back of Democracy by Nerima Were, Linda Kroeger, Tabitha Saoyo, and others  Decolonization and Afro Feminism by Sylvia Tamale      A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini   Unbowed by Wangari Maathai Linny Hoo - Gidess Chalamanda    "Why Ukrainians are Being Treated Differently than Refugees From Other Countries" by Andrew Limbong  Kelin Kenya Rosebell Kagumire's Twitter   Nerima Were's Twitter   Previous Episodes  We Mentioned Ep. 122- Hear Ufahamu Africa on Migrations: A World on the Move 

Welcome to Spur the Saints! Today, I (Gianni) had my friend Abby Ngugi on the Podcast to talk through her faith journey through Deconstruction, Depression, and Reconstruction. This episode is longer than most, and somehow I didn't even cover all of my thoughts. But it is a fun and serious episode. I hope you enjoy it. Find Abby's work at @groundedbutfree on Instagram. Find Tim's YouTube channel "Dealing with Deconstruction" and his Facebook Group here. Follow us on Instagram @sts.aiad.us Please enjoy the episode, then leave a nice review, and a nice rating. Lastly, please write us if you have an questions, comments, or concerns: aiad.uspod@gmail.com Thank you for listening, The Spur The Saints Team Note: The Spur the Saints Podcast was once the AI AD Podcast.

Wangari talks about her experience as a professional in mental health, her work at Eider Africa, and the importance of community values for holistic well-being. Read more at access2perspectives.org/2022/02/conversation-with-wangary-joyce-ngugi/ Personal Profiles ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7093-2896 Website: wangari.africa Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/joyce-wangari-a9105a1a8/ Feature at TCC Africa: tcc-africa.org/my-tcc-experience-joyce-wangari-ngugi/ Joyce Wangari Ngugi has 16 years of experience in designing and implementing Psychology and Research programs. Her niche is empowering people with disabilities and special needs and their caregivers, particularly the Deaf. She is a founding member of Afrika Hai, where she uses Creative Art Therapies to co-produce knowledge in local communities and to restore African indigenous healing knowledge ways. Wangari earned a global award at the American Psychological Association 2018 Convention on a study titled: Barriers to Mental Health Access for Deaf Adults in Kenya: A Review. She earned a Doctor of Psychology, PsyD, Clinical Psychology, at United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa), where she was also a Doctoral Teaching and Research Assistant and the founder of the USIU-Africa Disability Policy and the Sign Language Club. Mentioned references Forum Of African Psychology, https://afripsyc.com/ Eider Africa, https://eiderafricaltd.org/ Research Articles Ngugi, J. W., Basnight-Brown, D., & Arasa, J. N. (2021, September 18). Methodological considerations of clinical research with Deaf adults in Kenya. doi.org/10.31730/osf.io/5frku Ngugi, J. W., Basnight-Brown, D., & Arasa, J. N. (2021, September 18). Correlation of psychosocial support concerns and depression in Deaf adults at Nairobi and Kajiado Counties, Kenya. doi.org/10.31730/osf.io/7m4qv Owango, J., Munene, A., Ngugi, J., Havemann, J., Obanda, J., & Saderi, D. (2021). Best Practices and Innovative Approaches to Peer Review [incl. workshop recordings]. AfricArXiv. doi.org/10.21428/3b2160cd.c3faf764 Find more of Wangari's publications at wangari.africa/publications At Access 2 Perspectives, we are a community of scholars and entrepreneurs that support each other and are working towards a positive and purposeful impact. Learn more at https://access2perspectives.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/access2perspectives/message

Today is the birthday of literary and social activist Ngugi wa Thiong'o, born in Kenya, 1938. He writes in his native Kikuyu language to celebrate his heritage and protest Kenya's use of English as the official language.

Kim and Beth sit down with an incredible woman who is an inspiration to so many.  We know you are going to be inspired by hearing how God has been leading in her life and how she has been listening and serving Him.  BEATRICE NGUGI:  Inspired by her deep walk with God, Beatrice utilizes her experience to ensure students can pursue their calling to serve as student missionaries. She is finishing up her masters in Social Work at Southern Adventist University and has a passion for serving wherever God calls. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.Send us an email: joy@carolinasda.org Recorded in Collegedale, TN. 

We talk to Mary Wacera Ngugi, who most recently finished 3rd at the 2021 Boston Marathon, about her start in the sport, how Kenyan camp systems work and her journey to the marathon. You may be surprised to hear who is coaching her now! We also talk to Mary about her brave and impactful efforts to help women of Kenya find confidence and escape abusive marriages. She recently started the Womens Athletic Alliance as part of the movement that has gained volume in East Africa following the tragic murder of Agnes Tirop by her husband, she was one of the brightest young stars in the womens 10,000m. Mary has always seen the need to change how women are treated as property and told from a young age they don't matter and to be quiet. She hopes to provide a safe place of support, to celebrate the women athletes as people, provide legal aid and mentoring through the new Program. Many women from around the sports world have offered help and support and we are there behind her too.  Womens Athletic Alliance founderFollow her here“The women deserve better. Being married to a person who loves and cares about me, I feel so much that my sisters and the women in Kenya should live a life like that; they should be treated better, they should be loved, they should be cared about and supported-they need the support not the control” -Mary Ngugi

Author and professor Mukoma Wa Ngugi joins screenwriter and author Charles Yu for a War Of The Words. They discuss their writing, new novels, changing the way people are represented in Hollywood (and across the world) and recommend some books. In the Book Off, Charles Petzold's "Code" goes up against "Lose Your Mother" by Saidiya Hartman - but which one will win???? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Africa, once being a “mission field”, now is becoming a mission force in God's Kingdom. In this episode, Sam Ngugi, director of Mission Campaign Network (MCN), a mission mobilization agency in Kenya, shares the transition of Christianity in Africa, as well as his perspectives on how African churches can play a significant role in God's Mission in the future. Sam's mission journey started in 2006 when he and his wife Harriet took the Kairos class. Through the class, God opened their eyes to see the unreached people groups in the world and set the foundation in their hearts to devote themselves in the mission field. Instead of being missionaries, they received God's calling to become mobilizers, and founded Mission Campaign Network in 2010 to mobilize local churches in Kenya, conduct mission seminars and develop full-time mobilizers. Africa used to be the field where the world's mission forces send missionaries to. In 2018, for the first time, there were more Christians in Africa than in any other continent in the world. This shows God's work and also His plan. With such excitement, African Christians are awakening to their own responsibility; they need to start participating in sending and supporting missionaries, especially to unreached groups. But the next question is: how to make this happen? Sam talks about the concept of “Total Mobilization”. In addition to the three layers of mobilization, from “discovering” God's mission to being “developed” and equipped, and finally to “deploy” mission results in the field, there are more elements in building the complete infrastructure, such as reflecting on existing mission practices, identifying the gaps and looking for ways to fill such needs. Finally, Sam shares the importance of collaboration between African churches in the continent and African diaspora churches, so that together they can be a blessing to the least reached people groups in the world. Indeed, Africa, once the mission field, is now becoming a mission force in the world. About Samuel Ngugi Sam is the Director of Mission Campaign Network (MCN), a mission mobilisation agency in Kenya. Sam and his wife Harriet are passionate mobilisers. They are currently in the UK where he's pursuing PhD studies at Trinity College, Bristol. Read more Send Africa Network: https://www.facebook.com/SendAfricaNetwork Send Africa Network seeks to be a facilitation partner and platform to allow for the “Total Mobilisation” of the Church to become vitally engaged in God's Mission. MOBILISATION: Meet men and women who are mobilising the African Church into missions (AfriGo Magazine) https://issuu.com/afrimissions/docs/afrigo_vol_4_issue_4-hr ( Published on Dec 9, 2019 ) #Africansinmissions #Africatothenations Powered by Firstory Hosting

Decolonization may sound like something ancient to some people, but it is in fact very relevant today. Any organization, government agency or company can have elements in its structure or remaining artefacts from a colonial time. It could be a historical statue in your hallway or a simple word you're used to using in meetings and it's important to be aware of it. That's why in today's episode, our host Hanan Challouki talks to Mohamed Barrie, co-founder of Black History Month Belgium and the African Youth Association (AYO). Mohamed Barrie is driven by his passion for social justice and aims to strengthen, defend, motivate and encourage the resilience of people affected by social disadvantages. He does this through his projects, writing and public speaking. In this episode, we'll discuss what decolonization means, why it's important to work on this topic, but also very practically, what organizations can do to get the decolonization process started. We'll also discuss Mohamed's work for Black History Month and the power of language.Inclusive sources that were mentioned in this episode:Podcast: The Malcolm Effect Video: Olivia Rutazibwa on Zwijgen is geen optieSteve Biko - I write what I like Walter Rodney - How Europe underdeveloped Africa Achille Mbembe - Decolonizing knowledge and the question of the archive Ngugi wa Thiong'o - Decolonising the Mind If you like this episode, feel free to let us know by leaving a review. Do you have any questions or feedback after listening to this episode? Make sure to reach out by sending an email to hello@hananchallouki.com. 

Would there have been a Third World without the Second? Perhaps, but it would have looked very different. Although most histories of these geopolitical blocs and their constituent societies and cultures are written in reference to the West, the interdependence of the Second and Third Worlds is evident not only from a common nomenclature but also from their near-simultaneous disappearance around 1990. From Internationalism to Postcolonialism: Literature and Cinema Between the Second and the Third Worlds (McGill-Queen's UP, 2020) addresses this historical blind spot by recounting the story of two Cold War-era cultural formations that claimed to represent the Third World project in literature and cinema: the Afro-Asian Writers Association (1958-1991) and the Tashkent Festival for African, Asian, and Latin American Film (1968-1988). The inclusion of writers and filmmakers from the Soviet Caucasus and Central Asia and extensive Soviet support aligned these organizations with Soviet internationalism. While these cultural alliances between the Second and the Third World never achieved their stated aim - the literary and cinematic independence of the literatures and cinemas of these societies from the West - they did forge what Ngugi wa Thiong'o called "the links that bind us," along which now-canonical postcolonial authors, texts, and films could circulate across the non-Western world until the end of the Cold War. In the process of this historical reconstruction, From Internationalism to Postcolonialism inverts the traditional relationship between Soviet and postcolonial studies: rather than studying the (post-)Soviet experience through the lens of postcolonial theory, it documents the multiple ways in which that theory and its attendant literary and cinematic production have been shaped by the Soviet experience. Jessica Bachman is a PhD Candidate at the University of Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

Would there have been a Third World without the Second? Perhaps, but it would have looked very different. Although most histories of these geopolitical blocs and their constituent societies and cultures are written in reference to the West, the interdependence of the Second and Third Worlds is evident not only from a common nomenclature but also from their near-simultaneous disappearance around 1990. From Internationalism to Postcolonialism: Literature and Cinema Between the Second and the Third Worlds (McGill-Queen's UP, 2020) addresses this historical blind spot by recounting the story of two Cold War-era cultural formations that claimed to represent the Third World project in literature and cinema: the Afro-Asian Writers Association (1958-1991) and the Tashkent Festival for African, Asian, and Latin American Film (1968-1988). The inclusion of writers and filmmakers from the Soviet Caucasus and Central Asia and extensive Soviet support aligned these organizations with Soviet internationalism. While these cultural alliances between the Second and the Third World never achieved their stated aim - the literary and cinematic independence of the literatures and cinemas of these societies from the West - they did forge what Ngugi wa Thiong'o called "the links that bind us," along which now-canonical postcolonial authors, texts, and films could circulate across the non-Western world until the end of the Cold War. In the process of this historical reconstruction, From Internationalism to Postcolonialism inverts the traditional relationship between Soviet and postcolonial studies: rather than studying the (post-)Soviet experience through the lens of postcolonial theory, it documents the multiple ways in which that theory and its attendant literary and cinematic production have been shaped by the Soviet experience. Jessica Bachman is a PhD Candidate at the University of Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

In his new book Unbury Our Dead With Song, Kenyan-American author Mukoma Wa Ngugi celebrates Ethiopian musicians in exile in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, as they search for the perfect performance of the iconic song of their homeland, the Tizita. Sri Lankan Kanya D'Almeida has written a short story which is the Asia winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and in the running for the global prize announced at the end of June. Kanya shares her story I Cleaned The – and reveals how it addresses universal issues such as motherhood, class and how we deal with our own bodily waste, as well as being firmly anchored in the country of her childhood. In Lebanon, new public art has emerged from economic and political crisis. The street art movement, Art of Change, has been using murals as a powerful voice against corruption, inequality, high unemployment and increasing poverty. Reporter Frank McWeeny speaks to the artists behind the project. Plus Nigerian Afrobeats star Joeboy talks about recording his debut album Somewhere Between Beauty and Magic during lockdown and why the music of Burna Boy inspires him Presenter: Colleen Harris Producers: Paul Waters, Kirsty McQuire, Anna Bailey, Frank McWeeny and Nancy Bennie (Photo: Mukoma Wa Ngugi. Credit: Cornell University)

You may have bumped into one of Evelyn's hilarious videos on the Internet, ranging on varying topics like beauty, travel, social justice, and Beyonce. Born to immigrant parents from Kenya, Evelyn always wanted to be a storyteller - and today she's exactly that - a humor writer, digital storyteller and successful YouTube star with over 240K subscribers. On this episode, Evelyn tell us how the vision for her career evolved, how she followed her creative passions and eventually made the scariest move of all - to go freelance and work for herself. 

Dans cet épisode, Niki et Bi souhaitent sensibiliser les auditeurs et auditrices sur l'importance de la santé mentale et physique au travail en s'intéressant au syndrome d'épuisement professionnel: le burn out. Qu'est ce que le burn out? Comment se manifeste t'il ? Quel est le processus de guérison ? Quel soutien pour se reconstruire ? Messages de Niki et Bi Pour nous, le Burn Out et le Bore Out par extension ne sont pas des syndromes mais bel et bien des maladies. C'est un réel enjeu de santé publique pour notre société. Les individus sont exposés à des niveaux de stress trop élevés conduisant au développement de maladies physiques et des troubles psychologiques. Malheureusement, nous vivons dans un système valorisant la performance au détriment de l'humain et du bien-être de chacun. Les organisations chargées de veiller à notre sécurité, notre santé physique et mentale sont de plus en plus défaillantes. Il est donc important de prendre soin de nous, de fixer des limites et de libérer la parole pour notre propre sécurité et notre bien-être. Reconnaitre ses limites n'est pas une faiblesse. Au contraire, c'est une réelle preuve de courage! N'hésitez pas à demander de l'aide à votre entourage ou à des professionnels pour vous aider à faire face au stress, à l'anxiété ou aux autres émotions créés par votre environnement professionnel. PS : votre médecin généraliste, un spécialiste médical (rhumatologue, ostéo, kiné, psychiatre, etc) ou un thérapeute peuvent poser le diagnostic du Burn Out. Pensez à leur partager la liste de vos différents symptômes physiques, émotionnels et intellectuels tout en insistant sur vos conditions de travail. Références Nouvelles du jour "Comment rendre les systèmes éducatifs africains plus efficaces ?", AJ+ français Sujet www.mes15minutes.com La Sunday Abidjan Kiff du moment "Décoloniser l'esprit", Ngugi wa Thiong'o Library of Africa and the African Diaspora, Librairie au Ghana Griot Books "Travail, Salaire, Profit", documentaire Arte "Sortir l'Afrique de la servitude monétaire, a qui profite le FCFA?", Kako Nubupko Posez vos questions et donnez votre avis par mail: madameattrapetoncoeur@gmail.com. Suivez-nous sur les réseaux sociaux: - Instagram: @madameattrapetoncoeur - Twitter: @Madame_Attrape - Facebook: @madameattrapetoncoeur Un immense merci à : - Tiemoko Camara pour les illustrations - Malick Kebe pour l'univers graphique - Roland Boussou pour la musique

What if you survey African literature professors to find out which works and writers are most regularly taught? Literary scholars Bhakti Shringarpure and Lily Saint sought to find out for their article “African Literature is a Country”, the first in a series on the site that asks how we decolonize African Literature studies. The co-authors sent out a survey to their colleagues and found they mostly teach works by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, Chinua Achebe, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and J.M. Coetzee. The majority of writers that make the cut are from Nigeria and South Africa. In short, only a few canonical texts continue to dominate curricula. Join us as we speak with Bhakti Shringapure and Lily Saint to discuss their findings. Later in the program, they will be joined by Mukoma wa Ngugi, himself a novelist (author of six books) and Associate Professor at the newly renamed department of Literatures in English at Cornell University.

On the latest UCI Podcast, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o – Distinguished Professor of comparative literature and English at UCI – shares the amazing story of his captivity, which led to the writing of his influential novel Devil on the Cross. In 1977, armed police pulled the Kenyan writer from his home and jailed him in one of Africa's largest maximum-security prisons. His crime? He had written a play about class struggle, poverty and the legacy of colonialism that offended the brutal Kenyan regime. Ngugi was held in a block with 18 other political prisoners and quarantined from the general prison population. To fight back against the humiliation and the intended degradation of the spirit, he chose to write a novel on the only material to which he had access: toilet paper. Ngugi left that prison on Dec. 12, 1978, with streams of paper on which was written one of his most memorable books. Today, Ngugi is considered one of the world's greatest living writers, and he's been at UCI since 2002. He has published more than two dozen novels, stories, essays and memoirs, and he remains a strong voice of freedom around the world.

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