Africa is too large and diverse for generalisations. It has 54 nations, 5 time zones, at least 7 climates, more than 800 million people, and, according to the latest diligent research, maybe 14 million proverbs. This series of talks and readings seeks to present some fresh voices from all corners of Africa, in all their differences.

If you are in the USA you really should check out The View from Africa Tour. All events are free and open to the public. Binyavanga Wainaina is one of the speakers together with Adekeye Adebajo, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Philip Alcabes, Kwame Dawes, Helon Habila, Brent Hayes Edwards, Sharifa Rhodes-Pitts and John Ryle. That is a line up and a half. Check out the website for full details of where they will be touring near you. Spread the word!

[Via Kenyanpundit and W.M.]