“And Then He Sang a Lullaby” carefully spins a narrative set against the backdrop of Nigeria’s increasing homophobia and the aftermath of the Same Sex Marriage Prohibition Act. For folks yet to read this novel, – spoilers ahead. The story unfolds with August, a devout track star and the sole son of a grieving father,…
On January 8, 2024, literary deity Akwaeke Emezi sent ripples of anticipation through the literary world by unveiling the official release date of their eighth novel, “Little Rot.” A master storyteller known for their unique narrative prowess, Emezi hinted at the novel’s gripping tale through a teaser shared on Instagram. “Little Rot” will delve into…
In Kenyan history, there exists a generation whose stories are often whispered, their experiences shrouded in the shadows of societal norms and cultural restraints, their tales of resilience, love, and their courage in navigating their identities amidst a legal landscape that criminalised them often forgotten. Kevin Mwachiro, Peter Irungu, and Nguru Karugu embarked on a three-year…
Queer Literature, Nigerian Queer Literature to be specific is finally gaining ground. From Frank Edozien’s Lives of Great Men to She called me Woman and shorter anthologies from Brittle paper and Kabaka Republic, the future is bright for Queer literature in Nigeria (Even if we say so ourselves). As part of publicity for their upcoming…
Founded by Chibuihe Achimba and Romeo Oriogun, the intention of Kabaka Magazine is simple; to Amplify Queer Voices in African Literature. Its name gotten from gay 19th-century monarch Kabaka Mwanga II, Kabaka Magazine believes that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex lives are part of the African experience and culture. As such LGBTQI literature is…
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