The Pan-African Writers Association completed its 2025 General Assembly by selecting new leadership for the next three years. Professor Cherno Omar Barry from The Gambia won the position of Vice President for West Africa without opposition. The literary scholar currently leads the Writers Association of The Gambia and brings expertise in cultural policy and African literature promotion. His election represents a significant achievement for West African intellectual communities. Barry will coordinate regional activities and strengthen national writers organizations across his assigned territory.
Elections occurred in Accra on July 18, 2025, under proper supervision by the PAWA Election Committee. Professor Bill Ndi from Cameroon secured the presidency with 62 percent of votes cast, defeating two other candidates. The new leadership will serve until 2028 and guide the organization through various literary initiatives. PAWA was established in 1989 and maintains headquarters in Ghana's capital. The association promotes African writers' rights, supports indigenous languages, and creates platforms for cultural exchange across the continent.
Elections occurred in Accra on July 18, 2025, under proper supervision by the PAWA Election Committee. Professor Bill Ndi from Cameroon secured the presidency with 62 percent of votes cast, defeating two other candidates. The new leadership will serve until 2028 and guide the organization through various literary initiatives. PAWA was established in 1989 and maintains headquarters in Ghana's capital. The association promotes African writers' rights, supports indigenous languages, and creates platforms for cultural exchange across the continent.
