“…The struggle of black people inevitably appear in an intensely cultural form because the social formation in which their distinct political traditions are now manifest has constructed the arena of politics on ground overshadowed by centuries of metropolitan capitalist development, thereby denying them recognition as legitimate politics. Blacks conduct a class struggle in and through race. The BC of race and class cannot be empirically separated, the class character of black struggles is not a result of the fact that blacks are predominantly proletarian, thought this is true…”- (Frank Talk Staff Writers in ‘Azania Salutes Tosh’ – circa 1981)
front cover:
Tosh by Steve Gordon
back cover:
Kippie by Basil Breakey
Kwani?
Kwani?, produced by Kwani Trust, is a literary network based in Kenya. Founded in 2003 by Binyavanga Wainaina and other African writers. It is dedicated to nurturing and developing Kenya’s and Africa's intellectual, creative, and imaginative resources through strategic literary interventions. Kwani Trust has significantly shaped the landscape of East African literature, promoting a new generation of writers and artists. It publishes the seminal literary magazine "Kwani?", and has been instrumental in launching the careers of authors such as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Yvonne Owuor. Kwani Trust’s impact on the African literary scene is profound, highlighting themes of political activism, social justice, and cultural identity through its publications, workshops, and literary festivals. Notably, its publications have received international acclaim, with "Kwani?" often showcased at global literary events. The Trust also focuses on digital storytelling through multimedia and visual arts to reach broader audiences.
