Moteane Melamu

Moteane Melamu
Born	Moteane John Melamu Botswana
Occupation	Writer, Academic
Nationality	Motswana
Alma mater	University of Alberta
Genre	Short stories
Notable works	Children of the Twilight; Living and Partly Living

Moteane John Melamu is a Botswanan writer, short story author and academic. He is a professor at the University of Botswana, specializing in literature and creative writing. ^{[1] [2]}

Early life and education

Melamu developed an early interest in literature and storytelling, leading to his career in creative writing and academia. ^[3]

Academic career

Melamu is a professor at the University of Botswana, where he teaches literature and creative writing. He has mentored emerging Botswanan writers and contributed to research in African literature, focusing on short story writing and the depiction of social issues in Botswana. ^[4]

Literary works

Melamu’s published works include:

• Children of the Twilight (1992), a collection of short stories examining post-colonial Botswanan society. ^[5]
• Living and Partly Living (1997), a continuation of his exploration of social and personal issues through short fiction. ^[6]

His works are noted for blending traditional narrative forms with contemporary themes, offering insight into Botswanan culture and society. ^[7]

Contributions and influence

Melamu has contributed to the development of Botswana literature both as a writer and as an academic. His teaching and mentorship have influenced a generation of Botswanan writers and his work is frequently cited in studies of Southern African literature. ^[8]

References

1. Melamu, Moteane John (1992). Children of the Twilight. Heinemann. ISBN   0-86543-678-9.
2. Melamu, Moteane John (1997). Living and Partly Living. Heinemann. ISBN   1-86867-059-7.
3. "University of Botswana Staff Profiles" . Retrieved 2 October 2025.
4. Melamu, Moteane John (1997). Living and Partly Living. Heinemann. ISBN   1-86867-059-7.
5. Melamu, Moteane John (1992). Children of the Twilight. Heinemann. ISBN   0-86543-678-9.
6. Melamu, Moteane John (1997). Living and Partly Living. Heinemann. ISBN   1-86867-059-7.
7. Ngara, E. (2001). "Contemporary Literature in Botswana: Short Fiction and Cultural Identity". Research in African Literatures. 32 (3): 45–60.
8. Schade, R. (2003). Botswana Literature and Society. Heinemann.

External links

• Brief mention from AEAA
• Bookfinder
• University of Botswana Staff Profiles