The world mourns the loss of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, the celebrated Kenyan writer and scholar, who passed away on May 28, 2025. His death marks the end of an era in African literary history.
Ngũgĩ's work challenged colonial thought and shaped the narrative of African identity. His early works positioned him as a leader. His novels addressed historical wounds.
His later career was defined by exile, yet he remained celebrated globally. His work, rooted in his Gĩkũyũ language and Kenyan identity, continues to inspire understanding of African culture and history.