Launch of Two Books: The Missing Pages & The House of Truth by Siphiwo Mahala
The UJ Department of English in partnership with the UJ Library invites you to the launch of two books:
The Missing Pages by Siphiwo Mahala
The book is a collection of new and previously published stories by Siphiwo Mahala. It is a mirror of the past and a lens through which to view the current social fabric of South Africa.
The House of Truth by Siphiwo Mahala
The book explores the complex life of playwright and journalist Can Themba, recreating vibrant Sophiatown. Siphiwo Mahala delves into the lives of iconic figures from South Africa’s tumultuous past in this remarkable collection of plays. Prof Siphiwo Mahala will be in conversation with Dr Siyabonga Njica from Cambridge University.
Date: 10 April 2025
Time: 14:00
Venue: Hybrid-Nadine Gordimer Auditorium, Level 5, Library, Auckland Park Kingsway Campus, UJ
Registration: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ug92zyYRSRG1x1Ep4aYPpA
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