Salimah Valiani è una poetessa, attivista e ricercatrice riconosciuta il cui lavoro approfondisce le intricate connessioni tra le disuguaglianze sociali e l'esperienza umana. Attraverso le sue raccolte di poesie e i suoi saggi, esplora temi complessi, offrendo ai lettori una prospettiva profonda sul mondo. La sua ricerca, che esamina questioni come i mercati del lavoro globali e l'economia femminista, integra la sua produzione artistica e sottolinea il suo impegno per la giustizia sociale. Valiani porta nella letteratura una prospettiva unica, che unisce pensiero critico ed espressione poetica.
New Poems
Written during the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, these poems were shared as WhatsApp voice notes, blending intimacy with distance. They capture diverse global experiences and emphasize the urgent need for love to be as widespread as the virus itself. This collection serves as a precursor to "29 leads to love," which delves deeper into the expansive concept of love that emerged during this challenging time but has since receded.
Focusing on Johannesburg, this poetry collection offers a sociopolitical exploration of the city through its notable and lesser-known figures, locations, and cultural elements. Salimah Valiani captures the essence of urban life, intertwining personal and collective narratives that reflect the complexities of the city's identity. The poems delve into the interplay between people and their environment, revealing insights into the social dynamics and historical context of Johannesburg.