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In Memoriam: Henry Chakava and Ngugi Wa Thiongo’o Blazing and Decolonizing Africa’s Literary Trail

3 weeks ago | pan-african.net | Olatoun Gabi-Williams

In May 2019, I attended a 3-day seminar in Nairobi hosted by the International Publisher’s Association (IPA) and titled, Africa Rising. If you were to ask me what I took away from that event, I would say the wealth of insights and knowledge generously imparted by two patriarchs of the African book industry. The men were, Ngugi wa Thiong’o, world renowned author and scholar and decolonization activist, and Dr. Henry Chakava of East African Educational Publishers (EAEP).
Abi Daré Wins The Inaugural Climate Fiction Prize

1 month ago | pan-african.net | Olatoun Gabi-Williams

Just two months ago, I found out about the Climate Fiction Prize. On 13th March 2025, the final day of the London Book Fair, it was my interest in sustainability that took me to the session titled, Climate Fiction: The Rapid Rise of Climate Storytelling . Taking place in the Focus Theatre, Hall 1, rather than restrict itself to the survey outcomes implied in the panel topic, I was glad to find conversation between the 2 discussants focusing almost exclusively on it.
Building a Life, Piece by Piece: A Conversation With David and Ferran Aguilar

1 month ago | pan-african.net | Olatoun Gabi-Williams

PART I – DAVID AGUILARThe Hand Solo Story: From Difference to StrengthOlatoun: You were born with Poland syndrome. Briefly explain what it is. How does it manifest? David: Poland syndrome is a congenital disorder characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of the pectoralis major muscle on one side of the body. It can also affect the shoulder, arm, and hand. It is believed to be due to an alteration in embryonic circulation during gestation.
A REVIEW OF LONDON BOOK FAIR 2025: Defining the Future of Creative Content

2 months ago | pan-african.net | Olatoun Gabi-Williams

The London Book Fair brought me back to Olympia London after a two-year absence. The vast venue was buzzing with exhibitors and attendees. Navigating the sprawling hall, I eventually found the Media Centre, a spacious area on the upper floor offering workstations, lounges, and refreshments.
London Book Fair 2025: Defining the Future of Creative Content (Review)

2 months ago | pan-african.net | Olatoun Gabi-Williams

LONDON, MARCH 2025The London Book Fair (LBF) in 2022 was a good memory for me. I had served as a panel speaker and met a cluster of people I am still in touch with. Having missed it over the last 2 years, I was glad to have flown into London early enough in March to participate. On Tuesday 11th March, it was a short journey on the London Underground to Olympia London. Stop and search at the entrance was brief.
A New Dawn in Namibia: Celebrating Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

2 months ago | pan-african.net | Lola Bailey |Lola has written |Boehringer Ingelheim

It’s official: Namibia has elected its first female president. In a historic move, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah secured 57% of the vote to become the country’s new head of state—shattering a glass ceiling that has hung above Namibian politics since independence. Her rise is more than symbolic. It signals a profound shift in the story of African leadership—one where women are no longer on the margins of power, but shaping its very centre.
How Ivorian Women Photographers Are Rewriting Visual History

Mar 26, 2025 | pan-african.net | Lola Bailey |Lola has written |Boehringer Ingelheim

For far too long, African stories have been filtered through foreign lenses—flattened into tropes of poverty, war, or exoticism. But in Côte d’Ivoire, a quiet revolution is happening—one click of the shutter at a time. A new generation of Ivorian women photographers is reclaiming the narrative, capturing not just the visible realities of their environment but the layered complexities beneath the surface.
Lesotho: The Kingdom in the Sky That the World Overlooked

Mar 11, 2025 | pan-african.net | Lola Bailey |Lola has written |Boehringer Ingelheim

In a recent speech, U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Lesotho as a country that “nobody has ever heard of.” Ironically, his comment has had the opposite effect—it has sparked global curiosity and excitement about this gem in Southern Africa. For those who have taken the time to explore beyond mainstream narratives, Lesotho is far from obscure. Lesotho is not just another dot on the map. It’s a sovereign nation, uniquely landlocked within South Africa.
Miss Ivory Coast Goes Back to Her Roots

Mar 4, 2025 | pan-african.net | Lola Bailey |Lola has written |Boehringer Ingelheim

The Miss Côte d’Ivoire 2025 beauty pageant announced a groundbreaking rule: contestants could no longer wear weaves, wigs, or extensions during the preselection stages. Victor Yapobi, president of the organising committee, pointed to past Miss Universe contestants who had confidently worn short, natural hair on the global stage. Inspired by these examples, Côte d’Ivoire became the first country to enforce the rule nationally.
February Flick Pick: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (Netflix)

Feb 17, 2025 | pan-african.net | Lola Bailey |Lola has written |Boehringer Ingelheim

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: A Triumph of Ingenuity and ResilienceChiwetel Ejiofor’s outstanding directorial debut, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, is a compelling adaptation of William Kamkwamba’s memoir—an extraordinary true story of survival, ingenuity and the transformative power of education.