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The South African short story is becoming public imagination’s new fascination
Although it still faces obstacles, readers, writers and publishers alike are enjoying the concise writing style
Namwali Serpell protests against the Caine Prize structure
Namwali Serpell, the winner of this year’s Caine Prize for African writing, is subverting literary competitiveness by sharing the cash with her peers.
Caine Prize gets The Sack
But 16 years on the leading prize for African writing is still based in London. Is it time for change?
Words exchanged on short-story writing
Prizewinning short-story writer Nick Mulgrew questions fellow success story Efemia Chela about her work and the future of local writing.
Tope Folarin wins Caine Prize
Writer Tope Folarin has won the 2013 Caine Prize, described as Africa's leading literary award, for his short story entitled "Miracle".
Nigerian writer wins Caine Prize for African Fiction
Nigeria's Rotimi Babatunde has won the prestigious Caine Prize for African Writing for 2012.
Author’s Notes: NoViolet Bulawayo
Zimbabwe's NoViolet Bulawayo, who won the 2011 Caine Prize for African Writing, talks about readers, writers and writing.
Zim writer scoops Caine prize
Zimbabwe's NoViolet Bulawayo has won the 2011 Caine Prize for African Writing, described as Africa's leading literary award.
‘African Booker’ shortlist announced
Five finalists for the 2011 Caine Prize for African Writing, which recognises achievments in the short story genre, have been announced.
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