Who's Riding the Next Wave? Manka Blessed Gift, Spoken Word Writer and Monologue Performer from Cameroon (16)

Manka Blessed Gift is a 16-year-old spoken word writer and monologue performer from Cameroon whose creativity is rooted in storytelling, expression, and making emotions tangible through power of words. Through writing and performance, Manka explores ideas that matter and looks for meaningful ways to connect with others. Manka hasn’t posted any work publicly yet, but is currently building a portfolio site to showcase spoken word, writing, and other creative work. Alongside these creative pursuits, Manka also runs Luxury Bites & Events, a baking and event styling business. With a vision of growing as a multi-passionate creative through writing, performing, and eventually acting, Manka is continuing to explore the many ways creativity can make an impact in the community of Cameroon and beyond. A quote that inspires Manka is, “The voice inside is who you are.”