Mia Couto
Mia Couto is a celebrated Mozambican writer and biologist, born in Beira, Mozambique, in 1955. He is renowned for his contributions to literature, particularly in exploring themes of colonialism, identity, and the intersection of cultures. Couto's works often blend magical realism with social commentary, reflecting the complexities of Mozambican life and history. He has received numerous awards for his writing, including the prestigious Prémio Camões in 2013. His latest novel, 'A Cegueira do Rio,' delves into the colonial past and the power of storytelling, showcasing a multitude of perspectives through its characters while incorporating African languages and cultural practices.
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Mia Couto expressed that language is the place where people meet, highlighting the importance of the Portuguese language.
A CPLP como ecossistema vivo Uma visão para o futuro da lusofonia
Cabo Verde· 2026-02-23
Mia Couto is a Mozambican writer and biologist who reflects on nature and life in his works.
Mia Couto tem árvores nos bolsos | Livros
Portugal· 2025-11-29
Mia Couto is the writer of the novel 'A Varanda do Frangipani' which the film is adapted from.
“O Ancoradouro do Tempo” estreia em Dezembro no Scala
Mozambique· 2025-11-24
Mia Couto's words are paraphrased by the Ukrainian Ambassador to emphasize the dehumanization that precedes war.
DEFENDE EMBAIXADOR DA UCRÂNIA: A paz não pode ser condicionadaMozambique· 2025-11-24
Mia Couto is a finalist in the Prose category for his book 'A cegueira do rio'.
Mia Couto, José Eduardo Agualusa e a brasileira Silvana Tavano estão entre os finalistas do Oceanos
Brazil· 2025-10-24
Mia Couto is a Mozambican writer whose work speaks about a military incident that occurred in Mozambique in 1914.
Mia, Rui Cardoso Martins, Teresa Veiga, Agualusa e Gil Soeiro finalistas do Oceanos | LivrosPortugal· 2025-10-23
The Prémio Literário Mia Couto is awarded to the best book of the year by Mozambican authors.
Anunciados hoje vencedores do Prémio Mia CoutoMozambique· 2025-09-05
Mia Couto is the author of the story on which the film is based.
“O SANGUE DA VOVÓ”: Longa-metragem estreia hoje em MaputoMozambique· 2025-08-05
The article discusses the Mia Couto Literary Prize, which honors the best literary works published annually by Mozambican authors.
Vencedores do Prémio Mia Couto anunciados em AgostoMozambique· 2025-07-07
Mia Couto uses a football match anecdote to illustrate the relationship between Mozambique and Portugal.
Portugal e Moçambique, uma relação sem complexos | PortugalPortugal· 2025-06-28
Mia Couto is among the recognized names in Lusophone literature advocating for humanitarian aid in Gaza.
Mais de 200 autores de língua portuguesa pedem entrada de ajuda humanitária em Gaza e libertação de refénsBrazil· 2025-05-30
Mia Couto is one of the authors who signed the petition for a ceasefire in Palestine.
Cerca de 200 autores de língua portuguesa exigem cessar-fogo imediato na Palestina | LiteraturaPortugal· 2025-05-30
Mia Couto wrote the text for the multidisciplinary concert 'O Gala-Gala Matreco'.
TP50 apresenta “O Gala-Gala Matreco”Mozambique· 2025-05-25
Mia Couto is an author who is listed as a participant in the event alongside Jonathan Haidt.
'Todos, em todas as faixas etárias, estão achando mais difícil pensar'Brazil· 2025-05-21
Mia Couto is a distinguished author known for his works that reflect the memory and forgetfulness of Mozambique.
« Terre somnambule » et « Traducteur de pluies », de Mia Couto : invitations au « voyage voyagé »
France· 2025-04-27
Mia Couto is a Mozambican writer who recently won the PEN/Nabokov Prize 2025.
Mia Couto nas celebrações do Dia Mundial do Livro em PortugalMozambique· 2025-04-22
Mia Couto is a Mozambican writer and biologist who discussed his book A Cegueira do Rio at the Encontro de Leituras event.
Podcast do Encontro de Leituras: Mia Couto e os provérbios em A Cegueira do Rio | Podcast Encontro de LeiturasPortugal· 2025-04-18
Mia Couto is one of the recipients of the PEN America Literary Award 2025, becoming the first Portuguese-language writer to receive this award.
Mia Couto vence Prémio PEN America-2025Mozambique· 2025-04-12
Mia Couto is a past winner of the Eduardo Lourenço Prize.
O poeta e teólogo Tolentino de Mendonça vence Prémio Eduardo Lourenço 2025 | PrémioPortugal· 2025-04-12
Mia Couto won the PEN/Nabokov Prize for International Literature 2025, becoming the first Portuguese language author to receive this award.
Mia Couto vence Prémio PEN/Nabokov 2025 para literatura internacional | LiteraturaPortugal· 2025-04-11The thought of Mia Couto is also noted as a significant expression of Mozambique's cultural wealth.
É preciso falar o que se sente diante do que se vêMozambique· 2025-04-02
Mia Couto is the author of the novel A Cegueira do Rio, which discusses colonial domination through the written word.
Mia Couto é o convidado do Encontro de Leituras de Abril | LivrosPortugal· 2025-03-25