Revisiting Forgotten Narratives Copy

Revisiting Forgotten Narratives Copy

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 […]

Revisiting Forgotten Narratives

Revisiting Forgotten Narratives

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 […]

Reading history and the West African Coups

Reading history and the West African Coups

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 […]

A Month in Translation

A Month in Translation

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 […]

Author Q&A: Elizabeth-Irene Baitie

Author Q&A: Elizabeth-Irene Baitie

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 […]

The Captivating World Beyond Screens

The Captivating World Beyond Screens

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 Reading List

Queer African Reading List

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 […]

Hypervisibility Vs Reality

Hypervisibility Vs Reality

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, […]

Motherhood in African Literature

Motherhood in African Literature

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 […]

Join Cassava Republic’s Ambassador Program!

Join Cassava Republic’s Ambassador Program!

About the Ambassadorship ProgramCassava Republic Press books are in great demand throughout Nigeria, however, we don’t have enough people to meet the demand. And so, we’re looking for ambassadors to spread the Cassava Republic message and sell our books across campuses and their community. You can help Cassava Republic get maximum distribution to meet these […]