Generation Kenya - Kwani Project
February 25, 2008
In 2007, a group of Kenyans decided to start thinking about ways in which our country’s demi-centenary, in 2013, could be approached. We thought that one of the ways in which it is important to mark Kenya’s 50th Birthday is by telling the inspiring story of Kenyan achievements in the last fifty years. Read more
SkillFactory Labs
February 20, 2008
Creative Writing “ Basic Elements of Fiction”
Convener: JACKIE LEBO
Date: Feb 23, 2008
Venue: BRITISH COUNCIL, NAIROBI
“I particularly recommend fiction as it feeds the creative gene” – Muthoni Garland
Come discover the fundamental building blocks in writing for creative fiction. Understanding these elements is key to becoming a successful writer; one who generates unique stories that resonate with the audience enabling them to solve problems and exploit opportunities they may come across in life.
SkillFactory© labs provide you with the opportunity to pick up practical skills and competencies to get ahead in the creative world through peer-to-peer sharing.
Attendance is free, but spaces are limited. To book your place for the session(s) advertised above, send an email providing your name and the session you are interested in to wapi.kenya@britishcouncil.or.ke
The labs listed above will be held at the British Council, Nairobi, on Saturday February 23rd during WAPI*
(WAPI, an acronym for Words and Pictures, is a platform for visual and verbal artistes)
Commonwealth Writers’ Prize 2008
February 18, 2008
Kwani Trust congratulates Dayo Forster whose novel, Reading the Ceiling has been shortlisted for the Commonwealth Writer’s Prize 2008: Best First Book, Africa Region Read more
Sunday Salon - 17/02/08
February 12, 2008
A prose reading series
Nairobi - New York - Chicago
Let Peace Prevail
Featuring four writers; four unique voices in a tranquil outdoor setting:
Simiyu Barasa
Parselelo Kantai
Charles A. Matathia
Prof Wambui Mwangi
Blending both fiction and non-fiction, these writers will bring a literary eye to bear on the Kenyan psyche in the wake of violent and troubled times.
TIME: 7 – 9 pm
DAY: Sunday 17th February
VENUE: Kengeles, Lavington Green
TICKETS:KSh 300 (Available at the Door)
The usual Free Cocktail will NOT be available. All proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross in support of Kenya’s internally displaced families.
