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Alexis Kagame

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Also known as Abbé Alexis Kagame, Abbe Alexis Kagame

African philosopher (1912-1981)

Person · Open Library

Born
1912
Died
1981
Works
23

Top works

  • Indyohesha-Birayi, ou, Le relève-goût des pommes de terre
  • Inyandiko za Musenyeri Alegisi Kagame
  • Isoko y'amajyambere
  • Inganji karinga II
  • Histoire du Rwanda

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Music · MusicBrainz

Type
Person
Gender
Male
Origin
Rwanda
Active from
1912-05-15
Active to
1981-12-02

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Quotes

  • He published in 1943 a history of Rwanda in Kinyarwanda called Inganji Karinga, drawing on information from the royal Abiru.
  • He translated the New Testament into Kinyarwanda, wrote the Missal books, and other liturgical books; he also wrote many essays, poems, and philosophical works
  • He was known for his commitment to promoting the Kinyarwanda language and Rwandan culture through his writings.

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