Tsitsi Dangarembga is a Zimbabwean author, filmmaker, and activist known for her contributions to literature and social issues. She gained international recognition with her debut novel, Nervous Conditions, published in 1988, which explores themes of gender, race, and colonialism in Zimbabwe. The book is considered a classic of African literature and has won several awards. In addition to her writing, Dangarembga has been involved in various social and political movements in Zimbabwe. She founded the Tsitsi Dangarembga Foundation, which focuses on empowering women and promoting education. Her work continues to inspire discussions about identity, feminism, and the challenges faced by African societies.