Soyinka at his searing best
In his first novel in 47 years, Wole Soyinka is back to his unique style, with an unflinching look at the often absurd complexities of life in Nigeria that is also a rollicking whodunit.
In his first novel in 47 years, Wole Soyinka is back to his unique style, with an unflinching look at the often absurd complexities of life in Nigeria that is also a rollicking whodunit.
African writers are still in the throes of getting their words firmly planted on the world’s literary map, but their remarkable talents are finally receiving the recognition they deserve. Gail Collins reports.
Nigeria is without doubt Africa’s culture powerhouse. Onyekechi Wambu explores what gives this nation its incredible creative dynamism
The Wole Soyinka Prize for Literature in Africa comes with a medal and a $20,000 reward, and has become a symbol of knowledge, creativity, courage …
Wole Soyinka, the rather elusive literary-great to, ostensibly, discuss his new book, Of Africa, but their conversation took a few necessary detours. In this exclusive …
Nigeria’s security, economic and ethical challenges must energise its political elite into diligently resolving the country’s problems before it is too late, reports our Associate …