This is the sixth in a series of long-form interviews by Patron Makhosazana Xaba that focus on contemporary collections by Black women and non-binary poets.
An extended interview with Busisiwe Mahlangu
Busisiwe: I used to think ‘House’ was my most popular poem (and I stopped performing it because I wanted to be known for other works). A vivid moment stands out: during my Current State of Poetry showcase at the Joburg Theatre, the audience began reciting the poem with me on stage! It felt like the poetry version of a sing-along.
Read more: Johannesburg Review of Books
