The municipality of Santa Catarina has been chosen to host the 2026 edition of the Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde, which will run from November 10-12. The event, themed "Herança Literária," will be held on Rua d'arti, in front of the Biblioteca Municipal de Santa Catarina. The opening ceremony is scheduled for November 10, featuring musical performances, poetry recitals, and speeches by the president of the Biblioteca Nacional and the president of the Câmara Municipal de Santa Catarina de Santiago.
The Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde is a prominent literary event that brings together authors, readers, and various initiatives promoting reading and literature. This year's edition aims to celebrate the richness of Cabo Verde's literature and its role in preserving the country's cultural memory and identity. The event is organized by the Ministério da Cultura, Indústrias Criativas, Juventude e Desporto, through the Instituto da Biblioteca Nacional de Cabo Verde (BNCV), in partnership with the Câmara Municipal de Santa Catarina.
The program for the 2026 edition includes a conversation with Filipa Martins, guided by Osvaldino Monteiro, on November 11. The following day, November 12, will feature the main event, followed by a conversation with Crisálida Correia. These activities are designed to foster a deeper appreciation for literature and provide a platform for authors and readers to engage with each other.
The Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde has a history of traveling to different locations across the country. Previous editions have been held in the municipalities of Ribeira Grande de Santiago and Ribeira Grande de Santo Antão, as well as in the islands of Brava, Sal, São Nicolau, and São Vicente. This year's event in Santa Catarina de Santiago is expected to attract a significant number of attendees and contribute to the promotion of literary activities in the region.
The event's organizers, including the Ministério da Cultura, Indústrias Criativas, Juventude e Desporto and the Câmara Municipal de Santa Catarina, have expressed their enthusiasm for hosting the Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde in Santa Catarina de Santiago. They believe that the event will not only promote literature but also showcase the cultural richness and diversity of the region.
The Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde is an important cultural event that highlights the significance of literature in Cabo Verde's cultural heritage. By bringing together authors, readers, and literary enthusiasts, the event aims to foster a deeper appreciation for literature and promote a culture of reading in the country.
The 2026 edition of the Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde promises to be an exciting and enriching experience for all attendees. With its diverse program of activities and events, the Grande Feira do Livro de Cabo Verde is set to celebrate the best of Cabo Verde's literature and culture.
Key points
- The event is themed "Herança Literária" and will feature conversations with authors Filipa Martins and Crisálida Correia.
