Mechitov – The Father Of Fine Art Photography
Fine-art photography in Sakartvelo has flourished over the past century, producing many renowned photographers, including Yuri Mechitov. Known for his evocative black-and-white portraits, Mechitov’s recent exhibition at the Georgian Academy of Arts…
Tantrum and Other Poems By Jide Badmus
How To Be Sad I don’t know how to be sad. Tears die the instant they fall off eyes’ cliff. I don’t know how to breathe under the roof of gloom beyond the night or spend my days stalking shadows I sleep with the lights off so I can…
African Literature: Stories In Motion
Sunday is a day for religious activities, enjoying jollof rice, and indulging in a cinematic experience. While I might be exaggerating a bit, an engaging book can truly lift the spirits. I recommend these African novels as you relax with family and wrap…
J.P Clark: River Bird
J.P Clark is white ink, you must have him in reflection before you see. A seasoned poet and writer transmuted through the African literary space, now lives in an undying global state. Some of his poetic pieces here would soothe you just fine, if you dare…
Four Novels That You Must Read This weekend
Novels are movies on pages. If you are looking for books to spend time with this weekend, you may want to check out these four: Thirteen Months of Sunrise, by Rania Mamoun, translated by Elisabeth Jaquette (Comma Press, 2019) In this powerful debut…
Cyprian Ekwensi – The Maverick Writer
Cyprian Ekwensi was a man whose palate is prose. Nigerians still love Ekwensi. School children read his colourful sketches of life in Africa’s most populous, and complicated country. For a one-time Biafran propagandist, whose work was often broadcast on…
A Flotilla Of Haikus
Haiku, a traditional Japanese poetry form, has captivated readers and writers worldwide with its concise yet profound nature. Typically, a haiku comprises seventeen syllables, divided into three lines of five, seven, and five syllables, respectively.…
Five Short Story Collections That Would Make Your Weekend Better
I enjoy short stories that are quick, witty, and suspenseful, especially when they’re African and told in a traditional style. If you have some free time, grab a cold drink, open up these short stories, and enjoy the read. 1. Love is Power, Or…
Poem: Wishes Are Enough – Fortune Omosola
I wish I could play the piano, I wish I was taller, I wish I could wean the guitar, Play it better than Carlos Santana. If only I could travel the world in an eye blink, In exchange for the internet, Doing a yoga pose on the Himalayas, Levitating to…
Titanic Gold Watch Snaps Up New World Record
A gold pocket watch that was worn by a wealthy passenger before he drown with The Titanic has been sold. The watch worn by John Jacob Astor, the wealthiest passenger on the Titanic, was recently auctioned in Wiltshire, fetching a staggering £900,000—six…