The performance of Otemptic, whose poignant words about jihadism and women's resilience resonated deeply with the audience, highlighted the importance of art in addressing societal pain.
Otemptic's poem vividly expressed her anger towards 'the authors of barbarism,' emphasizing how violence impedes the progress of her homeland and reflects broader societal struggles.
The slam cultural revival in Abidjan draws on centuries of oral traditions, illustrating how performance poetry can be a powerful medium for addressing urgent social and political issues.
As young Africans battle widespread disillusionment due to crises, creative expressions like poetry and music are gaining renewed significance as tools for empowerment and social commentary.
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