Ngugi wa Thiongó
Ngugi wa Thiongó is a prominent Kenyan writer and playwright whose works have been pivotal in addressing social injustices and political issues in Kenya, including his involvement in the establishment of community-based theatre.
Born on Jan 05, 1938 (87 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | 1 | 7.00 | 0.19% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 59,300 | $67,000 | 128$ |
| Totals | 1 | 31,072,945 | 59,300 | $67,000 | 128$ |
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Ghana:
Ngugi Wa Thiongo was East Africa’s greatest novelist who passed away at the age of 87.
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Kenya:
Njomo lauds Ngugi wa Thiongó for opening doors for many theatre companies doing vernacular plays.
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Kenya:
Ngugi wa Thiongó co-wrote Ngaahika Ndeenda, which protested against capitalism, pollution, religious hypocrisy, and the Kenyan government.
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