Maria Nsue Angue was the first woman author who published a novel in Equatorial Guinea. Her book, Ekomo, was very controversial because it veered away from the traditional way of writing. It also tackled issues that have not been tackled before. This is due to her being a woman.
Her novel in some ways reflected the current situation in society. However, it also deals with how women goes beyond the societal restrictions. Because of this novel, readers are not only made aware of the real situation but also given the opportunity to reevaluate their lives and do something about it. Not merely submitting to what was imposed on them based on their gender and ethnicity.
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inhabitants of the countries that are in the transition to capitalism, face the
challenge of changing their established forms of economy, seeking to adapt to a
competitive world, where national and international markets decide the value of
things. For people it’s vital to learn to make their own decisions, learn how
to establish their own businesses, and begin to open a path in foreign markets
that will reach your country. Many changes come with capitalism, and the
government of the countries also comes to change or create laws, and drastic
provisions to adapt to the change of market and economy.
It was a peaceful way to protest the unfair segregation against African Americans by using non-violent protests such as the Freedom Rides and Freedom Marches