Exile to Ghana
Poet involved
What happened
In 1961, Du Bois moved to Accra, Ghana, where he was granted citizenship. This relocation marked a significant turning point in his life, as he sought to escape the racial tensions in the United States and embrace Pan-Africanism. His later years in Ghana were marked by reflection and continued activism.
Literary impact
His time in Ghana allowed Du Bois to explore themes of African identity and diaspora in his poetry. The experiences and insights gained during this period enriched his later works, as he reflected on the global struggle for racial equality and justice.
Source: Wikipedia
