The First Woman. Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi

"The First Woman" is a modern classic of African literature, in which Ugandan folklore is combined with themes of female freedom and self-discovery. At the center of the plot is the coming-of-age story of Kirabo, a girl who searches for the truth about her mother, discovering the voices of her ancestors. Makumbi skillfully shows how personal stories are intertwined with the history of the entire country, creating a rich and emotional portrait of the fate of women. This is a novel about love, loss, tradition and the struggle for the right to be yourself.