In excess of the nation: a conversation about Pan-Africanism, African literature, and political imaginations of the past and future with Christopher Ouma.
In: Safundi, Jg. 23 (2022-07-01), Heft 3/4, S. 259-276
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Christopher Ouma, a literary critic and professor of African literature, discusses his experiences as an African intellectual in South Africa and the role of the African intellectual in the country. He reflects on the impact of the anti-apartheid movement on his education and the importance of Pan-Africanism in shaping his identity. Ouma also discusses his early interest in African literature, which was sparked by a rigorous reading program in primary school and exposure to popular African novels. The text is a conversation between two individuals, CJL and CO, discussing CO's interest in literature and his experiences as a student. CO expresses his passion for reading and writing, particularly during his high school years, where he found solace in poetry after the loss of his parents. He also discusses his undergraduate studies in Kenya, where he was exposed to African literature and the works of authors such as Ayi Kwei Armah, Buchi Emecheta, and Derek Walcott. CO eventually pursued graduate studies in African literature at Wits University in South Africa, influenced by the connections between the literature departments at Moi University and Wits. The conversation between CJL and CO explores the changing dynamics of African academia, particularly in South Africa. They discuss the impact of exile on African intellectuals, with Mphahlele's memoir serving as an example of personal growth during exile. They also highlight the role of universities in facilitating exile and fostering connections between African countries. The conversation then shifts to the current state of South African universities, [Extracted from the article]
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In excess of the nation: a conversation about Pan-Africanism, African literature, and political imaginations of the past and future with Christopher Ouma.
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Lee, Christopher J. ; Ouma, Christopher E. W. |
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Zeitschrift: | Safundi, Jg. 23 (2022-07-01), Heft 3/4, S. 259-276 |
Veröffentlichung: | 2022 |
Medientyp: | academicJournal |
ISSN: | 1753-3171 (print) |
DOI: | 10.1080/17533171.2023.2240577 |
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