Art & Culture – Sisi Afrika Magazine

June 6, 2025June 6, 2025

Channeling Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o: Language and Identity in Kenya and Africa

In this republished article, written 15 years ago, the celebrated poet and performer, Sitawa Namwalie, reflects on her encounters with Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, his work and impact on her understanding language and identity.

by Sitawa Namwalie

June 2, 2025June 2, 2025

Art & Culture

Five things you should know about Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, one of Africa’s greatest writers of all time

Having published his first novel – Weep Not Child – in 1964, Ngũgĩ pursued a rich and acclaimed career as a writer, teacher and decolonial thinker. His last creative effort was Kenda Muiyuru (The Perfect Nine), a Gikuyu epic that was longlisted for the 2021 International Man Booker Prize.

by The Conversation

Art & Culture

Ngûgî wa Thiong’o: The Dilemma of the Critical African Voice

Ngûgî wa Thiong'o was particularly keen in attacking Western hegemony: colonialism, religion, education, language and culture in his writings. He had no good word for colonialism. And he was as unapologetic as he was consistent.

by Simon Imobo-Tswam June 2, 2025June 2, 2025

Art & Culture

Readers Pay Tribute to Literary Giant, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o

Readers react following the death of the literary icon, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - May 30, 2025May 30, 2025

Art & Culture

Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong’o Does Not Need Your Crocodile Tears

He often said, “Our lives must be a constant struggle against systems that dehumanize and erase us.”

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - May 30, 2025May 30, 2025

Art & Culture Technology & Innovation

Atsur: Securing African Art Through Blockchain Technology

By registering their works on Atsur, creatives can protect their intellectual property, gain global exposure, and ensure fair compensation for their art.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - April 11, 2025April 10, 2025

Book Reviews & Literary Criticism

How a Young Lawyer’s Love for Mediation Turned into Books

Flamboyant lawyer Atieno Ogolla is about to launch four books in the month of April following extensive research on various aspects of law. At 28, finding purpose in mentoring and writing fires her purpose of dispensing knowledge.

by Barack Oduor April 7, 2025April 6, 2025

African Cultural Knowledge Art & Culture

Women’s sexual pleasure is still taboo – but the Kamasutra tells a different story

In India, where sex remains a taboo subject, this ancient sex manual has often been reduced to merely a “dirty book”. But beneath this narrow view lies a deeper message: the Kamasutra is a treatise on sexual autonomy, one that could be revolutionary for women.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - April 4, 2025May 25, 2025

Art & Culture Creative Writing

Narrative Landscape Press Call For Submissions

Narrative Landscape Press accepts unsolicited manuscripts for fiction only, and we read our submissions inbox twice a year: from March 1 – March 31 and September 1 – September 30.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - March 30, 2025May 25, 2025

African Cultural Knowledge Art & Culture

China’s dwindling marriage rate is fuelling demand for brides trafficked from abroad

China’s marriage rate is in steep decline. There were 6.1 million marriage registrations nationwide in 2024, down from 7.7 million the previous year. This decline has prompted Chen Songxi, a Chinese national political adviser, to propose lowering the legal marriage age from 22 to 18.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - March 29, 2025May 25, 2025

Art & Culture Music & Film

Khaligraph Jones Hip Hop Cyphers: Khali Cartel 5 Drops

Khaligraph Jones dropped the Khali Cartel 5, a few days ago, and it has shooketh the internets, trending at No.1 on Youtube in Kenya. Let us go back in time and look at the journey, the growth, and the promise.

by Richard Oduor Oduku March 8, 2025May 25, 2025

Art & Culture Creative Writing

A former banker is giving self-published African authors a voice

Emerging writers, whether first-time authors or from disadvantaged communities, often struggle to have their voices heard. Abdullahi Bulle has crafted a vibrant platform for African authors. His online platform and physical bookshop help authors on their self-publishing journey.

by Sisi Afrika Magazine - February 2, 2025May 25, 2025