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THE U.K's MOST EXCITING AFRICAN BOOK FESTIVAL RETURNS ON APRIL 18TH

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18 Apr 2026, 11:00 BST
Holywell Community Centre

TICKET PRICE: £35 | LESS THAN 100 TICKETS LEFT

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Experience a once in a lifetime live conversation between the award winning author, filmmaker & playwright Tsitsi Dangarembga, and the best selling author, Busisekile Khumalo.

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Event Programme – April 18

Here’s what to expect on the day. Plan your experience and don’t miss your favourite sessions.

Doors Open

Opening

Book Chat
Shamiso by Brian Chikwava
Moderator: T.L Huchu

Book Chat
The Land Remembers by Amon Chizema
Moderator: Sharmaine

Lunch
Buffet of African food

Panel Discussion
Why is there a lack of diversity in traditional publishing, and is self-publishing the answer?
Speakers: T.L Huchu and Busisekile Khumalo
Moderator: Sharmaine

Tsitsi Dangarembga in conversation with Busisekile Khumalo

Tea Break

Spoken Word
Featuring: Muminah Koleoso, Salmah Oiza, D. Adebiyi, Mupenenguri, Laurène

Closing

11:20

11:30

12:30

13:30

14:30

15:30

14:30

17:00

18:00

11:00

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Meet the Guests

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Why you can't miss this festival?

 

• Get the rare chance to meet Tsitsi Dangarembga

• Experience a unique festival that includes food in the ticket price

• Discover new books that aren't available in other bookshops

• Experience a cultural moment

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