The Sex Lives of African Women

'Touching, joyful, defiant - and honest' Economist Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah spent decades talking openly and intimately to African women around the world about sex. In this book, she brings together their extraordinary stories, whilst also chronicling her own journey towards sexual freedom. From finding queer community in Egypt to living a polyamorous life in Senegal to understanding the intersectionality of religion and pleasure in Cameroon, their necessary narratives are individual and illuminating. This stunning collection provides crucial insight into our quest for sexual power and offers all women inspirational examples to live a truly liberated life. 'Boundary-breaking, fascinating and deeply affirming' Otegha Uwagba, author of We Need to Talk About Money 'Leaves you feeling deliciously empowered' Lola Shoneyin, author of The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives 'Nothing less than stunning. Essential read! I couldn't put it down' Nicole Dennis-Benn, author of Patsy