Binyavanga Wainaina
Kenyan writer and memoirist
Born
January 18th, 1971
54 years ago
Died
May 21st, 2019
5 years ago — 48 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Kenya
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A prominent Kenyan writer, contributed significantly to contemporary African literature. Authored the acclaimed memoir 'One Day I Will Write About This Place' which explores themes of identity and belonging in post-colonial Kenya. Also served as the editor for 'Kwani?', a Kenyan literary magazine which provided a platform for emerging African voices. His literary work often reflected on the complexities of race, culture, and politics in Africa.
Authored 'One Day I Will Write About This Place'
Co-founded 'Kwani?' literary magazine
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