Renowned Kenyan Author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o Passes Away at 87
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Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, a renowned Kenyan writer and advocate for African languages, has died at 87. His work, spanning six decades, documented Kenya's transformation and challenged colonial and post-independence leadership, emphasizing the importance of native languages in literature. He faced exile, imprisonment, and health struggles but remained a pivotal figure in African literary and cultural activism. His legacy includes a commitment to decolonizing African literature and inspiring future generations.
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