The anthology gives a critique of independent Africa’s most striking reality - the shortcomings of African independence characterised by neo-colonialism, corruption, unemployment and violence. “Every Stone That Turns” is emotionally captivating because it was authored by a participant of the liberation struggle of Zimbabwe. After the war, Bvuma attained a BA degree majoring in literature and linguistics from the University of Zimbabwe and later a Masters in Media Studies from Oslo University. In the Betrays of Mau Mau...”The anthology’s title derives its name from the poem “Every Stone That Turns” (2011). The title poem, “Every Stone that Turns” alludes to the corruption that has become synonymous with most African countries.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 23, 2018 12:56 UTC