Not sure where the smiley came from but reading all these posts I have to say that I would choose 'Ngugi'. His latest book 'Wizard of the Crow' says it all really. S
Chinery-Hesse would be great - definitely a character! The IT angle in particular is really interesting...
I just wanted to publicly thank Simon for a great interview. The editor "loved it so much he read it aloud to his mum" (bless).
Simon, there's definitely a book in your story and you a great way with words...
Thanks again! And thanks to everyone who gave me ideas!