By Samuel Rubadiri Their voters charged the polling stationLike a storm they thundered: “Change!” Their feet blitzed. Their hands darkened. The results rained: blue blue blue blue blueThe world watched — us drenched in anticipation SHOCKA landslide victory in Africa? Without coups or killing,Without ballot box fixing. The ousted president cried,PULA! PULA!Soaked citizens rejoiced, satisfied... Continue Reading →
By Dr Teedzani Thapelo When the king died, they wrapped him first in leopard skin,Then in silence, then in the heavy fraud of praise.The drums said mountain.The women said father.The councillors said sun.The cattle lowed as if history itselfHad lost its horn. But beneath the skin, inside the dark republic of flesh,The first priests had... Continue Reading →
By Cynthia Thanda Dear Dunya, I spent countless hours drafting this letter. I didn't even know whether to pen it as a letter or as a poignant entry within my diary's sacred pages. You are well aware of my lifelong ardour for the written word and my aspiration to be Amir Nour. Alas, fate took... Continue Reading →
