Acclaimed Angolan writer Ondjaki is expected to participate in the 20th International Literary Festival of Poços de Caldas, scheduled from April 26 to May 4, 2025 [2, 3]. This year's festival theme is “Biographies: Celebrating Life Through Time” [2, 3].
Ondjaki, known for works such as "O livro do deslembramento" and "Coisas desalinhadas" [4, 9, 10], is also likely to emphasize the importance of cultural connections among Portuguese-speaking countries during the World Portuguese Language Day on May 5, 2025 [6, 11, 12]. This day celebrates the global influence of the Portuguese language and the diverse cultures of Lusophone countries [6, 12, 14].
Ondjaki may advocate for increased investment in the circulation of books and artists to strengthen cultural integration [15, 16, 17]. He might highlight the cultural and linguistic nuances among Lusophone countries, emphasizing the flexible structure of Portuguese that facilitates expression for Angolans and Mozambicans [18, 19, 20, 21]. Political interest and collaboration in social, cultural, and political spheres remain crucial for bringing Portuguese-speaking people closer [17, 18].