Globacom Celebrates Wole Soyinka @90 on CNN’s African Voices Playmakers
Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, will be the special guest on this weekend’s episode of African Voices Playmakers, a 30-minute magazine show sponsored by Globacom and broadcast on CNN International.
Soyinka Shares His Journey on African Voices Playmakers
In a statement released on Thursday, Globacom confirmed that the program will be hosted by renowned journalist Larry Madowo. The episode will feature an engaging conversation with Professor Soyinka, who will discuss the values, ideologies, and passion that shaped his exceptional career. Viewers will gain insight into the life of one of Africa’s most influential writers and activists.
Commemorating Soyinka’s 90th Birthday
This special edition, which celebrates Soyinka’s 90th birthday, will also highlight his remarkable activism. Soyinka will recount how his political experiences in Nigeria inspired some of his literary works, including a film based on his time in political incarceration, which is set for release later this year. Born on July 13, 1934, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Wole Soyinka became the first African to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986. He was recognized for his “wide cultural perspective and poetic overtones” that reflect the human drama of existence.
Through my works, I have always sought to give voice to the voiceless, challenge oppression, and highlight the power of human resilience. — Wole Soyinka
Soyinka’s Legacy and Awards
Soyinka began his literary journey as a student at the University of Ibadan and later at the University of Leeds in the UK. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Benson Medal from the Royal Society of Literature in 1990 and the Europe Theatre Prize in 2017, among many others. Globacom revealed that the episode will air on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. on DSTV Channel 401, with repeat broadcasts on the same day at 12:00 p.m. Sunday viewers can catch the show at 4:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., while another repeat will air on Monday at 4:00 a.m. The edition will be rebroadcast the following weekend at similar times. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the life and career of one of Africa’s greatest literary icons!
Globacom’s celebration of Wole Soyinka on African Voices Playmakers is a fitting tribute to a literary giant whose works and activism have left an indelible mark on the world. As Soyinka shares his personal journey and enduring legacy, viewers will have the chance to appreciate the profound impact he has had on literature, politics, and culture. This special episode offers a unique opportunity to honor the Nobel Laureate’s 90th birthday and reflect on the values that continue to inspire generations.
