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Ghanaian Writer Tryphena Yeboah Shortlisted for 2024 Caine Prize: A Proud Moment for African Literature

Ghanaian Writer Tryphena Yeboah Shortlisted for 2024 Caine Prize: A Proud Moment for African Literature

Ferdinand EducationGhana | August 21 | Ghanaian Writer Tryphena Yeboah Shortlisted for 2024 Caine Prize: A Proud Moment for African Literature


Ghanaian writer Tryphena Yeboah has been shortlisted for the 2024 Caine Prize for African Writing. Recently completing her Ph.D., she now serves as an Assistant Professor and Director of Creative Writing at Tennessee Wesleyan University.


 

Tryphena Yeboah, a talented Ghanaian writer and Ph.D. graduate from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln (UNL), has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Caine Prize for African Writing. This recognition marks a significant milestone in her literary career and shines a spotlight on the rich talent emerging from Ghana.

Tryphena, who is also an alumnus of the Ghana Institute of Journalism, has specialized in Creative Writing, honing her skills at UNL. Her selection for the Caine Prize not only highlights her exceptional storytelling abilities but also underscores the growing influence of African writers on the global stage.

Adding to this remarkable achievement is the fact that Uche Okonkwo, a Nigerian writer who shares the shortlist, is also a student at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, and Tryphena’s apartment mate. The camaraderie between these two literary talents underscores the collaborative spirit and mutual support within the African writing community.

The news of Tryphena’s accomplishment has been met with widespread congratulations, especially from her colleagues and mentors at UNL, who have expressed immense pride in her success. This achievement is not only a personal victory for Tryphena but also a proud moment for Ghana and the broader African literary community.

In an exciting update, Tryphena Yeboah has recently completed her Ph.D. and has taken on a new role as an Assistant Professor of English and Director of Creative Writing at Tennessee Wesleyan University. This new chapter in her career is a testament to her dedication and passion for literature, and it promises to inspire many upcoming African writers.

Other Shortlisted applicants include Nigeria’s Samuel Kolawole, Peni Aguda and Uche Okonkwo as well as South Africa’s Nadia Davids.

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