Pamela Kola
Pamela Kola | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1943 Kenya |
| Died | 24 November 2025 (aged 81–82) |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Education | University of Leeds |
| Genre | Children's literature, folklore |
| Notable works | East African How Stories; East African Why Stories; East African When Stories |
Pamela Kola (1943 – 24 November 2025) was a Kenyan writer who is best known for her children's books about East African myths, legends, and fables.
Life and career
Born in Ng'iya Township, Kola attended the University of Leeds, receiving a degree in Education.[1] She ran a nursery in Nairobi. She collaborated with the East African Publishing House in the 1960s to produce a line of children's books.[2]
Death
Kola died on 24 November 2025, at the age of 82.[3]
Works
- East African How Stories (1966)[4]
- East African Why Stories (1966)[5]
- East African When Stories (1968)[6]
- The Cunning Tortoise
- The Wise Little Girl
References
- ^ "Pamela Kola Biography". www.encyclopedia.com. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "Pamela Kola East African Stories". www.africanbookscollective.com. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ First African Teacher at Kenya High Dr. Pamela Nereah Kola dies at 82
- ^ "East African How Stories". Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "East African Why Stories". Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "East African When Stories". Retrieved 19 May 2022.