CLEAN : Poverty and activism combine in Chad street theatre

In the heart of Chagwa district, Bonaventure Majitu Banjar brings theatre and music to the community, reciting African poetry and emphasizing the importance of culture for development. Accompanied by the Kundu, an African xylophone, he performs to make culture accessible. Bonaventure also organizes workshops for children, fostering a love for art and theatre. Despite Chad lacking its own theatre, he aims to inspire the next generation to learn and grow in the arts.

What is Bonaventura Majitu Banjar's primary goal in his performances?

• To teach music to children

• To become a famous poet

• To make culture accessible to everyone

• To entertain the local community

What instrument does Bonaventura use to accompany his performances?

• Piano

• Guitar

• Drums

• Kundu

How does Bonaventura view the nature of theatre?

• As a solo art form

• As a form of silent expression

• As a collaborative effort

• As a competitive sport

What does Bonaventura regularly organize for the neighborhood children?

• Sports events

• Art and theatre workshops

• Cooking classes

• Dance competitions

What is Bonaventura's plan for the future of theatre in Chad?

• To build a new theatre in the capital

• To train the next generation locally

• To focus solely on music

• To move to another country