In the presence of Zanzibar’s First Lady
Bodour Al Qasimi inaugurates Sharjah Festival of African Literature 2026 and honours Tsitsi Dangarembga recipient of Sharjah Lifetime Achievement in Literature Award
- Ahmed Al Ameri: The festival is a living expression of the depth of UAE-Africa ties, and offers an opportunity to rediscover them in a in a future-focussed way
- H.E. Mariam Mwinyi: Africa’s stories are written in books, woven by its landscapes, crafts and songs, and the way of life of its peoples
- H.E. Gayton McKenzie: Let us leave this gathering more committed to dialogue, creativity, solidarity, and to strengthening ties
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