The Salon du livre féminin, an unmissable event celebrating the creativity and voices of women in the literary field, opened its doors for the 3rd edition in Dakar, from December 20 to 22, 2024. Organized by the collective les Cultur’elles, this event aims to promote and highlight women actors in the cultural industries in Senegal and Africa.
On the program of this Salon, stands full of innovative works by young female authors, thus providing a platform for new emerging female voices. Captivating discussion panels address diverse and committed subjects, such as women and illegal immigration, or the presentation of collections of short stories that question and illustrate the experiences of women.
Amina Seck, one of the key figures behind this event, underlines the importance of renewing women’s literature by highlighting new talents, new stories, far from the beaten track of the classics. For her, it is crucial to allow women to be the narrators of their own experiences and to assert themselves through their works.
The presence of Côte d’Ivoire as a guest country for this edition brings an international and enriching dimension. Ivorian writers such as Nania Koulibaly share their writings and highlight current and universal themes, such as forced marriage, thus inviting reflection on often overlooked realities.
The Salon du livre féminin therefore proves to be much more than a simple literary event. It is a space for exchanges, meetings and inspiration where women can express themselves freely and offer perspectives often absent from traditional narratives. It also represents a unique opportunity for authors to connect, to see new collaborations and perhaps even new publishing opportunities emerge.
Ultimately, the Salon du livre féminin in Dakar perfectly embodies the vitality and diversity of female creation in the literary field. It is a celebration of women’s voices, their creativity and their ability to reveal authentic and powerful stories that will leave a lasting impression and open new horizons. An event not to be missed for all those in search of captivating and committed literary discoveries.