"There is no better advice to a writer than to be willing to write on different subjects, in different languages, different genres and different modes of consciousness."
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About Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o is a Kenyan writer and academic whose work includes novels, plays, and essays in both English and Gikuyu. He is considered one of the most influential African writers today. Ngũgĩ advocates for African languages and cultural traditions, promoting decolonization through his literary works. He has been a strong voice in the fight against neocolonialism and imperialism, using his writing as a tool for social and political change.
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