"The Imagination is at the Epicenter of Africa’s Modernity": In Conversation with Dr. Tsitsi Jaji

In an interview with BrittlePaper, Dr. Tsitsi Jaji (English) a Zimbabwean-American poet and scholar, discusses her upbringing, influences, and literary journey. Raised in Harare, her diverse family and education shaped her poetic and scholarly pursuits. Further, Ama Ata Aidoo's teaching inspired her exploration of African literature. Dr. Jaji's works, like "Beating the Graves" and "Mother Tongues," embody her cultural complexity, addressing themes of identity, language, and connection to Africa with depth and nuance. Read more about her conversation with Darlington Anuonye.