African Idols
3 min readJun 16, 2024
Photo of Modou Lamin Age-Almusaf Sowe, taken from the PenPen Africa Writers Residency in Abuja, Nigeria, 2020.

Meet the young Gambian writer who is now worth $25, 000.

Modou Lamin Age-Almusaf Sowe, a talented Gambian creative writer, is on the brink of signing a lucrative $25,000 publishing contract with a prestigious book publishing industry. His book, AfriKa, Not AfriCa, which was launched on May 11, has been making waves across the globe, propelling Modou into the spotlight as a rising literary star.

The young intellectual’s ascent to literary success has been nothing short of remarkable. Modou’s book launch event was met with great enthusiasm and acclaim, garnering widespread attention and leaving many eager to get their hands on a copy of his thought-provoking work. The title of the book itself suggests a deeper exploration of African identity and challenges the conventional perceptions of the continent.

Despite his growing fame and success, Modou remains a humble and private individual. He has declined all interviews with the press and media, preferring to let his work speak for itself. This decision to stay away from the limelight has only added to the air of mystery surrounding the enigmatic writer.

One of the most intriguing aspects of Modou’s story is his mention of the possibility of changing his nationality. This revelation has sparked curiosity and speculation among his fans and followers, as they wonder what his motivations are behind such a decision. Modou said live on Fine TV that he might change his nationality in this video:

https://youtu.be/_3PXDk9n0JE?si=7byvMFkkrIi8Wzs6

Whether he chooses to remain a Gambian citizen or pursue citizenship elsewhere, one thing is certain – Modou’s talent and creativity know no bounds.

The $25,000 publishing deal is a testament to Modou's literary prowess and the impact his work is having on the global stage. It is a significant milestone in his career and a validation of his unique voice and perspective as a writer. The financial reward will undoubtedly provide him with the resources and support to continue creating insightful and meaningful literary works that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Modou’s love life: we are still trying to know the lucky woman behind Mr. Sowe’s greatness. We’re even more curious to find out who is in his life despite his avoidance of talking to the media and staying quiet. From what we have gathered, it looks like Modou and Zainab are closely in contact.

Is Zainab from Minneapolis, Michigan, USA, dating with Modou Lamin Age-Almusaf Sowe?

Visit this link to follow Zainab on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/zainab_allure?igsh=YWx6b3Vmb2tiN3Zi

We tried to reach out to Modou on Whatsapp to hear from him and his marriage plans, but he is unavailable for any interview at the moment. He also doesn’t disclose to us if he would marry a Gambian citizen from his fortune, or wishes to marry his long-term American citizen.

This is what Modou Lamin Age-Almusaf said on YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@modoulaminage-almusafsowe5467?si=wxhizBqGyfAf2VuC

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