Wole Soyinka
Wole Soyinka is a Nigerian playwright, poet, and essayist who became the first African laureate to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986. His work often addresses themes of oppression and tyranny, and he is known for his outspoken criticism of Nigerian political leaders. Soyinka's plays, such as 'Death and the King's Horseman,' draw on Yoruba mythology and traditional forms, blending them with modern theatrical techniques, thus creating a unique voice that resonates with both local and global audiences.
Born on Jul 13, 1934 (90 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,195 | $2,700,000 | 724$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 45,530 | $106,000 | 90$ |
| Totals | 2 | 121,657,307 | 63,725 | $2,806,000 | 814$ |
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Recent Mentions
Kenya:
Wole Soyinka's play Kongi’s Harvest was the first to amass Sh1 million from the gate fee in the 1990s.
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United Kingdom:
Wole Soyinka is referenced in the discussion about the breadth of literature beyond Shakespeare and Dickens.
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