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Demere Kitunga

Demere Kitunga is a Tanzanian feminist, publisher, and literacy advocate. She is the co-founder and director of the non-profit organization Soma, which works to promote reading and literacy in Tanzania.

Through Soma, Kitunga established initiatives such as the Soma Book Café, which provides a public space for literary events and discussions. She also created Vavagaa, a storytelling platform that addresses issues of patriarchy and promotes gender equality through community engagement.

As a writer, Kitunga contributes to various literary and feminist collectives, including the Kisima cha Mashairi and the Waka Poetry Consortium.[https://africaindialogue.com/2017/05/21/re-imagining-culture-a-dialogue-with-caroline-anande-uliwa/] Her work often addresses themes of bodily autonomy, reproductive rights, and societal inequities. Through her advocacy, she supports the development of grassroots movements and initiatives aimed at bridging the digital divide. Provided by Wikipedia