Muntu

by Joe De Graft

104 pages, Paperback

About the author

Joseph Coleman de Graft, known as Joe de Graft (2 April 1924 – 1 November 1978), was a prominent Ghanaian writer, playwright and dramatist, who was appointed the first director of the Ghana Drama Studio in 1962. He produced and directed plays for radio, stage and television, as well as acting, and was also a poet and educator.

Reviews

[Reader]

Muntu by Joe de Graft is a thought-provoking African play that examines the tension between tradition and modern values. Set in a traditional African society, the play highlights how rigid customs and poor leadership can negatively affect the people when change is resisted. Through strong characterization and meaningful dialogue, de Graft exposes issues of power, corruption, and cultural identity. The play encourages readers to reflect on the importance of humane leadership and the need to balance tradition with progress.