Alexis Okeowo
Alexis Okeowo is an American journalist and author known for her work covering social and political issues in Africa. She has written for publications such as The New Yorker and is the author of the book 'A Moonless, Starless Sky: Ordinary Women and Men Fighting Extremism in Africa.'
Books
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1. A Moonless, Starless Sky
Ordinary Women and Men Fighting Extremism in Africa
"A Moonless, Starless Sky" is a compelling non-fiction book that delves into the lives of ordinary individuals across Africa who are fighting against extremist ideologies and oppressive cultural practices. Through a series of gripping narratives, the book portrays the resilience and courage of people such as a young couple in Somalia battling against the terror of al-Shabaab, a woman in Nigeria who escapes from Boko Haram, and an Ugandan man challenging deeply entrenched traditions. These personal stories highlight the struggles and triumphs of those who confront and defy tyranny and violence, offering a nuanced exploration of resistance and the human spirit’s capacity for hope and redemption.
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2. Blessings And Disasters
A blend of memoir and reportage, Blessings and Disasters follows Alexis Okeowo’s return to her hometown of Montgomery, Alabama, weaving her family’s story with the state’s history—from the forced removal of the Creek Nation and slavery to modern industrial change and contemporary political and educational fights. Through intimate portraiture and reporting, Okeowo examines how Alabamians reckon with a past of injustice while still loving their home, revealing the complexities behind the state’s place in American history.
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