Congolese writer Ghislain Kabuyaya republishes major works
Congolese writer and publisher Ghislain Kabuyaya has reissued his major works through his own publishing house, Fleuve de l'Intrigue, based in Goma, North Kivu, DRC. The collection includes poetry collections 'Fosses communes' and 'Magicien d'amour', as well as theater and essays. Kabuyaya, also a slam poet, aims to combat intellectual stagnation in eastern Congo, a region plagued by over three decades of war. In 'Magicien d'amour', he explores lyrical love poetry as a therapeutic escape, while 'Fosses communes' confronts the daily horrors of conflict, ultimately proposing ways to rebuild community and values. He identifies a 'phobia of values' in Congolese society, arguing for a re-education in ethical principles.
Key facts
- Ghislain Kabuyaya republishes his major works through his own publishing house Fleuve de l'Intrigue.
- The works include poetry collections 'Fosses communes' and 'Magicien d'amour', plus theater and essays.
- Kabuyaya is a novelist, poet, essayist, and slam poet from Goma, North Kivu, DRC.
- The reissue aims to combat intellectual morosity in eastern Congo, affected by decades of war.
- 'Magicien d'amour' is a lyrical love poetry collection meant to enchant and heal.
- 'Fosses communes' depicts the daily hell of eastern Congo's conflicts but offers hope for rebuilding community.
- Kabuyaya argues that Congolese society suffers from a 'phobia of values' such as anti-corruption.
- He calls for re-teaching values to restore societal direction.
- The interview was published on RFI on June 25, 2026.
- Kabuyaya's publishing house is named Fleuve de l'Intrigue.
Entities
Artists
- Ghislain Kabuyaya
Institutions
- Fleuve de l'Intrigue
- RFI
Locations
- Goma
- North Kivu
- DRC
- Congo