Malawian poet and spoken word artist Tendai M. Shaba has achieved a significant milestone by being featured on the Poetry Foundation’s website.
Shaba’s profile highlights some of his most notable works, including his latest book, Living with the Wildflowers, as well as popular pieces like “A Lady in a Yellow Dress” and “Moments to Cherish.” His collaboration with former Malawian President Joyce Banda adds to the distinction of this feature.
The collaboration with Banda emphasizes Shaba’s dedication to social justice, reinforcing his status as a significant voice in literature.
Shaba expressed his appreciation for the recognition, saying, “I’m humbled and honored to be featured on the Poetry Foundation website. I remain committed to crafting work that inspires and engages audiences around the world, and to championing social justice through poetry.”
This latest acknowledgment follows Shaba’s previous recognition in the UK, where he was featured on the Commonwealth Poetry Podcast associated with the University of Chester.
Founded in 2003, the Poetry Foundation is a prominent literary organization in the US that celebrates the transformative power of poetry. It aims to amplify poetic voices and create spaces for poetry to be experienced and shared.