Ondjaki
Angolan writer
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Summary
Ondjaki was born on July 5, 1977[1], in Luanda[2]. He has worked as a writer[3], poet[4], playwright[5], painter[6], and novelist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (620 views/month, #7,282 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Angola[9]
- Field of work: creative and professional writing[10], poetry[11], prose[12], drama[13]
- Educated at: University of Lisbon[14]
- Notable work: Transparent City[15]
- Award received: José Saramago Prize[16], Q137884739[17], Grande Prémio de Conto Camilo Castelo Branco[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Commons category: Ondjaki[20]
- Residence: Rio de Janeiro[21]
- Work location: Rio de Janeiro[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Portuguese[23], English[24]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: Every Book Its Reader 2025[25]
- P14750: 11A6-09A4-3FB5-B12D-E0C7[26]
Why It Matters
Ondjaki has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[27] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where was Ondjaki born?
Ondjaki was born in Luanda[2].
What did Ondjaki do for work?
Ondjaki worked as a writer[3], poet[4], playwright[5], painter[6], and novelist[7].
Where did Ondjaki go to school?
Ondjaki was educated at University of Lisbon[14].
What awards did Ondjaki receive?
Honors received include José Saramago Prize[16], Q137884739[17], and Grande Prémio de Conto Camilo Castelo Branco[18].