Rwanda: Ex-MP Mbonimana Reveals Tough Life After Resignation
[New Times] In his new book “The Power of keeping sober,” former Member of Parliament Gamaliel Mbonimana has hinted on the tough life he endured after his resignation.
Rwanda: From Dream to Reality – Gicaniro’s Journey to Inspire Through Words
[New Times] Willfred Gicaniro Iyamuremye, a 29-year-old author, is currently living his childhood dream as a published writer.
East Africa: Birds of East Africa – New Book Reveals Their Extraordinary Diversity and Changing Behaviour
[The Conversation Africa] 101 Curious Tales of East African Birds is a new book that uses academic research to tell fascinating stories about the tropical birds of east Africa, from well-known species to rare ones. It also explores changing bird behavi…
Rwanda: Former MP Mbonimana to Publish Book on Sobriety
[New Times] Dr Gamariel Mbonimana, a former Member of Parliament, has announced the upcoming release of his book titled ‘Embracing the Power of Sobriety’, which aims to discourage drug addiction and alcohol abuse, particularly among the youth.
Malawi: NLS Building Digital Library to Improve Book Access, Promote Reading Culture
[Nyasa Times] State-financed National Library Service (NLS) has disclosed that it is in the process of building a digital library to address challenges researchers and learners face to access books in their various fields.
South Africa: Western Cape Education Launches #backontrack School Library Competition
[Govt of SA] #BackOnTrack school library competition launched
South Africa: Cable Theft and Shootings Force Cape Town Library Closures
[GroundUp] But the people who work at the libraries in Hanover Park and Bellville are determined to continue creating safe spaces for their communities
South Africa: Every Saturday This Small Shack Turns Into a Vibrant Children’s Book Club
[GroundUp] Philippi resident Sindeka Mandoyi started the Chosi-chosi book club in 2019 to share her passion for reading
Kenya: Kenyan Publisher Recalls School Book Depicting Prophet Muhammad
[RFI] A Kenyan publishing company has withdrawn a primary school book that featured a drawing of the Prophet Muhammad, following uproar by Muslim leaders and parents.
Angola: Brazilian Publisher Honours Angolan Writer
[ANGOP] Huambo — The Angolan writer Nituecheni Africano, literary pseudonym of Eugénio Afonso Gaspar, was honoured Friday in Rio de Janeiro City, Brazil, with the prize of “Literature Reference”, by the Brazilian Publisher Publiart.