Ahmadou Kourouma
Ahmadou Kourouma was an Ivorian author best known for his novel 'Allah n’est pas obligé,' which explores themes of war and childhood in Africa. His literary contributions have inspired various adaptations, including Zaven Najjar's film, bringing attention to the complexities of the human experience in conflict.
Born on Oct 31, 1927 (98 years old)
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Burkina Faso:
Ahmadou Kourouma is mentioned in the context of advocating for independence.
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France:
Ahmadou Kourouma is referenced as a literary influence in the translation of Mia Couto's poetry.
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Luxembourg:
The film 'Allah n‘est pas obligé' is based on the novel of the same name by Ahmadou Kourouma.
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