Africa’s literary scene is thriving in 2025, with a plethora of talented writers, literary magazines, and blogs showcasing the continent’s rich cultural heritage; promoting African literature and cultural awareness, hosting conferences and events.
Vibrant and diverse, it boasts of a wide range of voices, styles, and themes reflecting the continent’s thriving literary culture, showcasing talented writers, magazines, and initiatives that are shaping the literary landscape in 2025.
Here’s the latest scoop on African literature. Several highly anticipated books are set to release in 2024, showcasing the continent’s rich storytelling tradition while stimulating the reader’s minds.
Fiction Releases
– The Road to the Country by Chigozie Obioma, a epic war story set in Nigeria, is expected in May 2024.
– Blessings by Chukwuebuka Ibeh, a heartwarming coming-of-age tale about a young gay man in Nigeria, releases in February 2024.
– The Liquid Eyes of a Moon by Uchenna Awoke, a poignant exploration of Nigeria’s caste system, is slated for June 2024.
– Crooked Seeds by Karen Jennings, a thought-provoking novel about a woman confronting her family’s past in post-Apartheid South Africa, releases in April 2024.
Non-Fiction Releases
– An Imperfect Storm by Chikwe Ihekweazu with Vivian Ihekweazu, a personal account of the COVID-19 pandemic, is expected in April 2024.
– An African History of Africa by Zeinab Badawi, a comprehensive exploration of Africa’s history, releases in April 2024.
– Can Feminism Be African? by Minna Salami, a thought-provoking examination of feminism in Africa, is now available.
These releases promise to captivate readers with their unique perspectives on the African experience.
