Tsitsi Dangarembga cites the difficulty of accessing her books in Zimbabwe, stating, "It's very, very difficult to find my books anywhere in Zimbabwe." This highlights the disparity between the literary success of African authors and their accessibility on the continent.
Despite the thriving nature of African literature, Ainehi Edoro points out that, "Few countries have publishing industries producing books locally. Many also lack public library systems that not only lend books..." This illustrates systemic barriers to literary access.
The staggering statistics from South Africa, where "43% of homes have no books and just 16% have more than five," emphasize the need for development of the reading culture across African nations.
Dawit Berhanu’s experience in Ethiopia indicates a broader challenge: "finding something good to read is a constant struggle," showing the hurdles faced by readers in sourcing literature.
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