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Goethe-Institut facilitates literary scholarship for local writers

Goethe-Institut facilitates literary scholarship for local writers

The Goethe-Institut Namibia has recently unveiled an enticing opportunity for local authors or individuals with Namibian heritage, to partake in a prestigious literary scholarship hosted by the Cultural and Sports Office of the Oder-Spree district in Germany.

Scheduled to span five weeks during March and April, the scholarship promises an immersive experience delving into the intersection of literature and colonial history, as part of a student initiative focusing on objects from colonial contexts.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to directly reach out to the Cultural and Sports Office for further details and to submit their applications. The Goethe-Institut emphasized the significance of this opportunity in fostering literary exchange and exploration of historical narratives.

Those interested can find comprehensive information about the scholarship and the hosting organization on the website of the Oder-Spree District Culture and Sports Office at www.burg-beeskow.de. Inquiries and applications are to be directed to [email protected].

Highlighting the esteemed venue for the scholarship, the Beeskow Castle boasts a rich tradition of over 30 years of hosting literary residencies, including the renowned annual ‘Burgschreiber*in zu Beeskow’ project. This initiative underscores the commitment to nurturing literary talent and facilitating cultural dialogue on a global scale.


 

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Mandisa Rasmeni

Mandisa Rasmeni has worked as reporter at the Economist for the past five years, first on the entertainment beat but now focussing more on community, social and health reporting. She is a born writer and she believes education is the greatest equalizer. She received her degree in Journalism at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) in June 2021. . She is the epitome of perseverance, having started as the newspaper's receptionist in 2013.