with an emphasis on the literatures of East Africa. He has particular interest in the region’s early nationalist period and in the connection of its liberation movements with literature and culture.

[Caroline Chebet, Standard] You might soon have access to vernacular and Swahili audiobooks on your smartphone once an application that promotes the consumption of African literature is launched.

East African literature continues to grow and reshape itself in exciting new ways - and 2023 was no exception. The world really did take notice of the region when Tanzanian-British author ...

Researchers are yet to confirm a genetic or physiological advantage in being a middle or long distance runner of East African origin, and it is most likely that the reasons for their success are many.

Swahili developed along the East African coast through trade, influenced by Arabic due to contact with Arab traders. Today, it is celebrated in music, literature, and education, bringing people ...