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Global Information Network, now in its 20th year, hosts a regular series of public events on African issues; edits, writes and distributes news, and offers internships. Volunteers are especially welcome here at its W. 29th St. headquarters!

Monday, April 21, 2008

Chenjerai Hove, Zimbabwean poet & essayist


African Writing for a New African Century
Apr. 30, 2008 - 7 p.m.

Chenjerai Hove: Renowned Zimbabwean poet, novelist and essayist

Omoyele Sowore: Publisher of Saharareporters.com, a premier investigative news site

Tuzyline Jita Allan: Professor, literary critic, editor

Vinie Burrows: Actress, writer and storyteller

Milton Allimadi, Publisher of Black Star News

"One has to grasp one's place in history," "You cannot wait for others to hand it to you." - Kassahun Checole, founder of the Africa World Press.

How is African literature articulating the complexities of the post-colonial experience? Are politics and literature inseparable? What is the impact of globalization? What, if any, are the barriers facing new writers on the continent?
.... Join us in the important discussion!

Venue: Global Information Network, 146 W. 29th St, NYC - 212-244-3123
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