NEWS

Lidudumalingani Wins 2016 Caine Prize for African Writing

Lidudumalingani has just been announced winner of the 2016 Caine Prize for African Writing for his short story titled “Memories We Lost.” The announcement was made at the award ceremony, which took place this evening at the Bodleian Library in Oxford. “‘Memories We Lost’ tells the emotionally charged story of a girl who acts as protector of her sister, whose serious mental-health problems cause consternation in a South African village. Her situation deteriorates as her care is entrusted to Nkunzi, a local man who employs traditional techniques to rid people of their

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Nigerian Writer Ggbenga Adesina’s Featured in New York Times Magazine

Gbenga Adesina first came under our radar in 2014 when he submitted a poem titled “Rediscovery,” a beautiful piece that we went on to publish on Brittle Paper . He continued writing and getting his work out there in various platforms. As it happens for hardworking and talented writers, Adesina is finally on the road to the success of which most writers dream.  A few months ago, he emerged co-winner of the prestigious Brunel University African Poetry Prize [read here if you missed it]. (more…)

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UK Envoy Says #Brexit vote Presents Nigerian Companies Opportunity to enter UK Market

John Howell (M) during the “Bell Ringing Ceremony” at the NSE John Howell, the United Kingdom (UK) Trade and Investment Envoy to Nigeria, has said that Britain will strengthen its trade ties with Nigeria. Howell, who made this known at a “Bell Ringing ceremony” at the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), Lagos on Wednesday, said that British Government is ready to invest in Nigerian market. (more…)

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LIFESTYLE

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Mildred Okwo, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie & More on Elle Magazine SA’s List of “50 Women Shaping Africa”

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Elle Magazine SA put together a list of 50 African women who have helped shape the continent in their August 2016 issue and a number of Nigerian women made the list. The women on the list are referred to as “The Incredible” and are recognized for their outstanding efforts in shaping Africa. In an article put together by international writer Dimeji Alara, he reveals that the careful selection was made from different works of life and ages, and that the women were selected mostly for their leading positive influences on the continent. (more&he

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