Ngugi Wa thiong'o Passes On

Ngugi WA Thiong'o, one of Africa's foremost writers, has died.

News of his passing was made known Wednesday, May 28, 2025, a family spokesperson, Nducu Wa Ngugi. 

According to the statement, Ngugi passed on early Wednesday after having what the statement called a "... good fight."

"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dad, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o this Wednesday morning, 28th May 2025.

"He lived a full life, fought a good fight. As was his last wish, let's celebrate his life and his work. Rîa ratha na rîa thŭa. Tŭrî aira!" the statement said.