Vote now: What should the clan read in November?
04 Nov 2026
Three books, one vote. Voting closes Nov 7.
Telling the stories of everyday Africans, at home and across the diaspora. Heritage honoured, culture celebrated.
The Circle
Our book club. Read, vote, talk it through.
One African or diaspora book a month. Take on a reading challenge, pick next month’s book with the clan, and leave your take on every review.
Pick next month’s book from 3 titles. Closes Nov 7.
Five books, five genres, one season.
Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood. Add your comment.
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Latest stories
Bitaclan Radio | The Sound of The Motherland: Origins of African Music Genres
01 Nov 2026
Exploring the roots, the rebels, and the rhythms that built the soundtrack of Africa and its diaspora.
The Mayor Who Played the Blues: Remembering Ali Farka Touré
31 Oct 2026
Farmer, mayor and guitar legend, the King of Desert Blues would have turned 87 this year.
NEXT CIRCLE GATHERING
Meet the clan, hear November’s book picks, and vote on what we read next. Free for Circle members.
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