Decorated Zim Writer, Angeline Dimingo shines in African Anthropology.

Dec 23,2025

Celebrated Zimbabwean writer and film actor Angeline Dimingo has earned a place in the Narratives Against Poverty in Africa anthology, a continental literary project that uses storytelling as a tool for social impact. The anthology, spearheaded by the African Narrative Writing Hub, was officially launched at a vibrant ceremony in Gweru, Zimbabwe.

Dimingo’s essay, Hope in the Desert, is among several distinguished writings featured in the 2025 edition, reflecting on the human condition within the African context. Other notable contributions include Burden of Stolen Survival  by Aneth Marembo (Tanzania) and Litany for the Body That Remembers by Benedict Hangiriza (Tanzania).

During the launch, organizers also announced the winners of the 2025 African Literary Prizes. First prize (prose) went to Moira Rakotomalala of Madagascar for Under the Silence of Gold, second prize (poetry) to Dolphine Anyango of Kenya for Lost and Not Found, and third prize (essays) to Grace Kakoma of Zambia for Beyond the Brain: Narratives of Poverty, Pain and Possibility in African Education.

While Africa is often portrayed narrowly through the lens of conflict and deprivation, Narratives Against Poverty offers a broader perspective, highlighting the continent’s rich culture, history, and resilience. Through its contributors, the anthology demonstrates Africa’s capacity for healing, creativity, and progress, providing a platform for voices that inspire reflection and social change.

Dimingo’s inclusion in the anthology marks another milestone in her literary career, reinforcing her status as one of Zimbabwe’s prominent storytellers and a contributor to Africa’s vibrant literary landscape.