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eKitabu Accessible digital content for inclusive and quality education

For eKitabu (“Kitabu” is Swahili for “book,” Kitab or کتاب in Arabic, Kitab or कताब in Hindi), the educational impact of books is our foundation, and on that proven foundation we innovate—to lower the cost of books for education and increase access to them—sustainably and at large scale. eKitabu, through our open architecture, global repository of ebooks, and ecosystem partners, dramatically lower

s the cost of delivering books for education in local and international languages. To date we have brought digital content to over 900 schools across Sub-Saharan Africa: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Ghana. eKitabu has over 500,000 titles collected from educational publishers worldwide including books in Swahili, Arabic, Kinyarwanda and others approved for national curricula, with a growing list of languages and titles that scales to support new projects and countries where we work. The e-library is accessible globally and built to meet the highest standards for storage, security, delivery, and reporting for content creators—from independent local authors to the world’s largest publishers.

Before the lights go up, it’s all about the partnership behind the scenes. A strong, trust-filled author-publicist Mario...
04/09/2026

Before the lights go up, it’s all about the partnership behind the scenes. A strong, trust-filled author-publicist Marion Namkoma relationship is a vital part of success in the literary world. When your team shares your vision, stepping into any room feels seamless.

📸: Josh Dago📸

Behind every great book talk is a team that believes in the story just as fiercely as the author does. Building a genuine author-publicist relationship isn’t just nice to have it’s a vital part of long-term success. So grateful for the shared energy and vision!

Diving deep into Born at the End of the World during today’s panel! 📖🎙️ Honored to take the stage with such thoughtful creators to unpack the core themes, inspiration, and heart behind Donica Tesfa book.

The best panels are the ones where real, unfiltered moments happen. Loving the energy on stage as we shared laughs, swapped stories, and connected with an incredible audience!

Passion on full display! Nothing compares to being on a panel where you can speak directly to readers and engage in meaningful conversations about story, culture, and perspective.

What an incredible lineup for this Book Talk panel on Stages and Born at the End of the World! 🌟🎭 Grateful to share the stage alongside Traimaine Suubi and Phillip Matogo for such an inspiring, broad-reaching conversation. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the brilliant Betty Kilonzo! 🎂✨ From holding pages to inspiring hearts with books like ...
03/09/2026

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to the brilliant Betty Kilonzo! 🎂✨ From holding pages to inspiring hearts with books like Househelp Manual and Closure, today we celebrate you and your incredible talent. The eKitabu team wishes you the biggest slice of happy today! 🎉

A snapshot of pure inspiration from our stand at the festival we showed up in full literature swing. 📚 African literatur...
03/09/2026

A snapshot of pure inspiration from our stand at the festival we showed up in full literature swing. 📚 African literature is rich, complex, and evolving faster than ever. If you could pick only one book from this table to read this weekend, which one is catching your eye : The HouseHelp Manual by Betty Kilonzo , When Love Says Goodbye by Scholastica Moraa , Warrior Boy by Virginia Larby or any of David Maillus titles.

📸: Josh Dago📸

Is AI going to replace writers, or just force us to become better thinkers? 🎙️ Spoke about this exact dilemma on stage at Kampala Writes LitFest. For me, creativity isn’t just about output—it’s about perspective. What’s one part of your creative process you’ll never hand over to tech? Let’s discuss in the comments 👇

Can machines actually imagine? 🤖✨ Joined an incredible panel at Kampala Writes LitFest to dissect how AI is altering the landscape for African creators, writers, and legal minds. Swipe through to see the lineup! What are your thoughts—can code ever truly replicate human imagination?

The most interesting part of panel discussions is when perspectives clash. Dropping a few gems on how we can protect original storytelling in the digital age. 💡 Bookmark this post if you’re a creator navigating the future of tech and media!

If the energy at Kampala Writes LitFest was a photo, it’s this one right here! ✨ Grown, passionate, and ready to re-imagine the future of storytelling. Huge thank you to the organizers and everyone who made this space so special

Showed up for the Kampala Writes LitFest , stayed for the incredible community energy! 🤎 Celebrating literature, bold ideas, and creative expression at Kampala Writes LitFest.

Storytelling in print: copies of Rough Silk displayed at the festival book stand.Rough Silk by Deborah Auko Tendo on dis...
01/09/2026

Storytelling in print: copies of Rough Silk displayed at the festival book stand.

Rough Silk by Deborah Auko Tendo on display at Kampala Writes LitFest. Get your copy online via shop.eKitabu.com!

Stage highlights from the ‘Reimagining the Planet’ panel at Kampala Writes LitFest.

When the passion shows! ✨ Deborah Tendo taking the mic to share insights on storytelling, resilience, and conservation.

Bringing thought leaders together at Kampala Writes LitFest for ‘Reimagining the Planet’—a critical conversation featuring panelist Deborah Tendo, wildlife veterinary officer Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, and moderator Akampurira Lillian Aujo.

Behind the scenes at eKitabu’s exclusive African Writers’ Cocktail Party, where intimate conversations with authors like...
01/09/2026

Behind the scenes at eKitabu’s exclusive African Writers’ Cocktail Party, where intimate conversations with authors like Donica Merhazion, Tramaine Suubi, Betty Kilonzo, Chika Unigwe, and Sheila Akwany took center stage. Catch the full coverage by John Kenny Adeya in the Kampala Edge Times.

From poetry and debates on AI to re-imagined independence art installations, Kampala Writes LitFest 2026 closed on a powerful note. Organised by Goethe-Zentrum Kampala and curated by Goretti Kyomuhendo, this year’s festival proved that literature isn’t a sealed genre—it’s a shared language across all arts.

Read More here:
https://www.kampalaedgetimes.com/ekitabu-exclusive-african-writer-cocktail/?ok=1

Setting the SceneWhat a day on set! 🎙️ Nothing beats the energy of bringing incredible stories and creative minds togeth...
28/08/2026

Setting the Scene

What a day on set! 🎙️ Nothing beats the energy of bringing incredible stories and creative minds together for Off The Bookshelf Podcast.

Spotlight on the Guests

So honored to host authors Tendo and Betty today! 📚 Two master storytellers dropping pure brilliance in front of the mic.

Deep Dive into the Novels

Diving into their novels was mind-blowing ✨ The heart, detail, and emotion they pour into their work is completely unmatched.

Real Talk on Writing

The real magic? The raw, honest conversation about the craft of writing itself. From blank pages to finished books—they laid it all out. ✍️🔥

Pure Inspiration

Walked away from today’s recording feeling wildly inspired. If you love books or dream of writing one, this chat was made for you. 🎧

Teaser / Stay Tuned

You’re going to want to hear every single second of this one! Stay tuned—this episode drops very soon. 👀✨

27/08/2026

Kampala Writes LitFest is finally here!

Join ISHAQUE NSUBUGA , Ty , and Betty Betty Kilonzo at the eKitabu stand this weekend for the Kampala Writes LitFest! From August 28th – 30th, 2026, come through for amazing panel discussions, featured authors, and a huge selection of books for all ages—from kids to adults.

Event Details:
📅 Dates: August 28th – 30th, 2026
📍 Location: Kampala Writes LitFest (eKitabu Stand)
🗣️ Panels: Catch Donica Tesfa & Tendo on

Saturday, Aug 29th & Sunday, Aug 30th!
Don’t miss out—grab a book and join the conversation! See you there! ✨

AMKA Writing WorkshopCalling all aspiring and seasoned writers! Unlock your creative potential at the AMKA Writing Works...
25/08/2026

AMKA Writing Workshop

Calling all aspiring and seasoned writers! Unlock your creative potential at the AMKA Writing Workshop hosted by Amka Forum & eKitabu. ✍️📄

Date: Saturday, Sept 26, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: eKitabu Stand, Sarit Expo Centre
Entry: FREE

Explore more reads at: https://shop.eKitabu.com/NIBF

Creative Writing & Illustration WorkshopUnleash your creativity at the Nairobi International Book Fair 2026! Join Tracy ...
25/08/2026

Creative Writing & Illustration Workshop

Unleash your creativity at the Nairobi International Book Fair 2026! Join Tracy Thomas and Julie Kemutai for an interactive Creative Writing & Illustration Workshop featuring Karura at Night. 🎨✍️
Date: Friday, Sept 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Venue: eKitabu Stand, Sarit Expo Centre
Entry: Purchase or show a copy of Karura at Night

Get your copy to attend: https://shop.eKitabu.com/NIBF

Book Reading with Venna OdhiamboJoin us at the Nairobi International Book Fair 2026 for an engaging book reading session...
25/08/2026

Book Reading with Venna Odhiambo

Join us at the Nairobi International Book Fair 2026 for an engaging book reading session with Venna Odhiambo! 📖✨
Date: Friday, Sept 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Venue: eKitabu Stand, Sarit Expo Centre
Entry: FREE

Get your copy today: https://shop.eKitabu.com/VENNA

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