Cassava Republic Press is delighted to present the esteemed panel of judges for the first ever Global Black Women’s Non-fiction Manuscript Prize, following its recent launch. In keeping with the prize’s ethos of championing Black women writers and thinkers, the distinguished panel is composed of five accomplished Black women writers and scholars from across the […]
Cassava Republic Press is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting and transformative month-long initiative, “Being Black in Publishing”. This initiative is part of our commitment to encourage and increase the participation and entry of more African and Afro-diasporic individuals into the publishing industry. The “Being Black in Publishing” forum is a pioneering effort […]
Africa’s abundant resources have enriched societies across the world for centuries and continue to do so, even to the detriment of the land and its people. This is the case whether they are extracted from the soil, like palm oil during the industrial revolution in the 19th century, minerals like cobalt in batteries or human capital during one of […]
The latest drama unfolding in West Africa looks like a retro remix of the 60s or 80s coups and counter-coups. Except it’s not a #ThrowbackThursday, but the roaring 2020s that feels like déjà vu, and we are diving into the tumultuous sea of coups, chaos, and awakenings that are shaking up the region. Beyond similarities […]
Did you know August is Women in Translation Month? For the literary community, this annual event is time to shine the spotlight on incredible contributions of women bridging cultures and languages through the power of storytelling. The abundance of books published in languages readers can’t get their hands on because of language barrier. This is […]
Discover the brilliant author behind, the middle grade book, Crossing the Stream, Elizabeth-Irene Baitie. Join us as we explore her writing journey, and the inspiration behind her beloved characters and gripping plot. How did you come up with the idea for Crossing the Stream?My grandmother lived to the age of 95. I spent many precious […]
Mobile devices have become integral to our daily lives, captivating both adults and children alike. But amidst this digital obsession, it’s crucial to strike a balance and reconnect the younger generation with the wonders of the natural world. That’s where the magic of eco-literacy comes in! It is important to immerse young readers in vibrant […]
Queer African literature offers a unique lens through which readers can get a glimpse of the experiences, struggles, and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community across the continent. Because reading queer stories should not be limited to #PrideMonth, we have curated a list of books that have sparked necessary conversations and shed light on the facets […]
In our interconnected world, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by distorted perceptions that arise from news cycles and online and offline conversations. Imagine scrolling through social media and coming across yet another post about gender parity in leadership positions or women writers in the African literature space. With so much attention on the women, […]
Mother’s Day is here and what better time to reflect on motherhood, the joy, beauty, challenges and its complexities. While motherhood is a shared experience, perspectives and stories that emerge from different cultures offer unique insights on this transformative journey. And that is where literature comes in. We’re putting a few books written by Africans […]