the_last_plague_mwangi
2002 Nominated

The Last Plague

artwork-image

ABOUT
THE BOOK

Crossroads’ very existence comes under threat when the dreaded AIDS starts killing its villagers one by one. Little attention is paid to Janet who gives out free condoms to the villagers until Broker, her runaway husband, comes back, ailing with AIDS. Broker cashes in on the situation and starts selling the condoms. This yields results as men and women, young and old alike, are curious to know more about them. Broker finally dies leaving a question on everybody’s mind: could this plague wipe out Crossroads?

ABOUT
THE AUTHOR Meja
Mwangi

We're sorry, but we couldn't find any translators matching your search. Please try using different keywords or check back later as we regularly update our collection.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Country
Kenya
Author
Publisher
East African Educational Publishers

RELATED FEATURES

Video April 7 2026

The 2026 Shortlist

Discover this year's Dublin Literary Award Shortlist
News April 7 2026

2026 Dublin Literary Award Shortlist is Announced

Delve into the 6 novels shortlisted this year.
News April 2 2026

Past Winner Spotlight: Michael Crummey

Reflecting on his 2025 Dublin Literary Award win with his novel 'The Adversary', libraries, literature and more.
News March 11 2026

Translator Spotlight: Jo Heinrich

Reflecting on translating the 2023 winning novel 'Marzahn, Mon Amour' and life as a literary translator.

STAY CONNECTED

Stay in touch and sign up to our newsletter to receive all the latest news and updates on the Dublin Literary Award.