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Contemporary African authors you should add to your reading list this summer

  By: Jackline Obungah 1.Taiye Selasi Ghana Must Go Ghana Must Go is a deeper illustration of Selasi’s “afropolitanism.” A fresh breath into the diverse realm of African literature, the book weaves through cultural complexities whilst tackling themes such as migration and family. It’s a truly exciting read! It has received critical acclaim and several nominations, including one for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Image Award.   [caption id="attachment_101215" align="aligncenter" width="197"] (Image courtesy of Hamish Hamilton)[/caption]   2. Binyavanga Wainaina How To Write About Africa As an African, I have never read a more outstanding satirical piece…

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