Mkuki na Nyota

Mkuki na Nyota is a 43-year-old independent Tanzanian publishing imprint, renowned for producing relevant, liberating, and entertaining content. For over four decades, we have played a pivotal role in shaping the literary landscape of Tanzania and beyond. Our mission is to foster a culture of reading, while nurturing indigenous literature to preserve and share the rich stories of Africa with the world.

We specialize in publishing a diverse range of books, including educational materials, fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, and art books. Our titles are distributed not only in Africa but also worldwide, with a focus on promoting African voices and perspectives.

At Mkuki na Nyota, we are committed to preserving the heritage of our people while contributing to the global literary community.