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Monday 20 May  
Left to right: Helon Habila, Kopano Matlwa and Vamba Sherif

Africa in Progress - Radio show: What is African writing?

On air: 19 March 2012 11:50 - 26 March 2012 11:50 (Photo: Saskia Houttuin)

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They say they write about life, and seek the truth, wherever they are. Sometimes, their books are judged not African enough. What challenges do young African writers in the diaspora face? How do they see their role in the age of internet? Listen to a round table discussion with three authors.

Guests:   Kopano Matlwa  (South Africa/UK)
               Helon Habila  (Nigeria/ US)
               Vamba Sherif ( Liberia/ NL)

Presenter: Alberta Opoku
Moderator: Saskia Houttuin
Dur: 29’46

 

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