By JAMES KAHONGEHMore by this AuthorBefore 2002, the name Binyavanga Wainaina was virtually unknown outside literary circles. For 17 years, Binyavanga’s name has featured predominantly in the newsreel, for his literary finesse and controversy alike. Born in Nakuru County in 1971, Binyavanga studied at Mang’u High School and Lenana School in Nairobi. in 2003 as a platform to nurture young East African writers. He is credited with promoting a new dimension of African writing, through his essay “How to Write about Africa”.

Source: Daily Nation May 23, 2019 04:52 UTC