CANEX Book Factory presents top-class moderators for the first creative writing workshop

CANEX Book Factory has announced the facilitators for its highly anticipated creative writing workshop, set to premiere in August this year. This workshop, a centrepiece of the annual Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) events, is a collaborative effort by Afreximbank in association with Narrative Landscape Press and the James and Grace Adichie Foundation.

The workshop will be led by none other than Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a literary giant who has not only captured the hearts of readers around the world with her novels, but has also sparked global conversations about identity and feminism with her influential TED talks. Adichie, born in Enugu, Nigeria, brings a wealth of experience and summa cum laude degree in communications and political science, and graduate degrees from Yale and Johns Hopkins. With numerous awards, including a MacArthur Fellowship and several honorary doctorates, Adichie’s presence as lead moderator should be a major draw for aspiring writers.

In addition to Adichie, three other important figures of African literature are represented:

Richard Ali A Mutu Kahambo, an acclaimed Congolese writer and lawyer, is known for his literary contributions in Lingala. His novel Ebamba. Kinshasa-Makambo has attracted a great deal of attention, and his role as founder of the Association of Young Writers of Congo underlines his commitment to promoting young literary talent. Kahambo, who is also Vice President of the Union of Writers of Congo, will bring his deep understanding of African literary traditions to the workshop.

Zukiswa Wanner, a Zambian-born South African journalist, novelist and editor, is another key facilitator. Wanner’s novels have won her numerous awards, including the prestigious K Sello Duiker Memorial Literary Award. Known for her commitment to social justice and bold stance on global issues, Wanner continues to be a significant voice in African literature. Her experience and perspective will be invaluable to workshop participants.

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Rounding out the star-studded line-up is Hawa Jande Golakai, a Liberian-born writer and clinical immunologist. Jande’s work in crime, folklore and science fiction has earned her recognition as one of New African magazine’s 100 Most Influential Africans. Her unique blend of scientific knowledge and literary talent offers a fresh and fascinating approach to storytelling that workshop participants will greatly benefit from.

This workshop offers participants a rare opportunity to learn from some of the continent’s most celebrated authors. As the inaugural event of the CANEX Book Factory, it sets high standards for future editions and promises to be a transformative experience for all involved.

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