Kathy Legesi

I write poetry and reflections on healing, self awareness, and self expression. I write what aches, what mends and turn it into words you can carry with you.

[Uganda Digital Writers Association @UDWA_]

Do you want to improve your writing skills, but have no one to help you on your journey? Regardless of what you write—blog posts or social media copy, online short stories or academic articles for digital journals—if you're a digital writer, this is for you. (And no, AI isn't the only one who uses em dashes, we can too!)

This monthly meeting, we bring you Critique Circles, a new peer-to-peer initiative to maximise your craft as a digital writer. This is your opportunity to get real and in-depth feedback on your work by writers just like you.

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[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

@_Damilola_O Congratulations 🎉

[Akpata Magazine @AkpataMagazine]

The biggest lie in African literature is that we must write "authentically" for Western audiences. Your grandmother's proverbs don't validate your art. Stop performing Africa. Write the messy, contradictory, globalized reality you actually live in.

[Commonwealth Foundation Creatives @cwfcreatives]

We want your story! The 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize has begun 📚

Citizens of Commonwealth countries aged over 18 can enter. Stories should be between 2,000–5,000 words and must be unpublished fiction. Entry is free, and you can write on any theme.

Five regional winners will be announced next May. One of these five will be named the overall winner and receive £5,000. The regional winners will receive £2,500. All five regional winning stories will be published on Granta.

The deadline for entries is 11.59pm GMT on 1 November 2025.

Happy writing! ✍️

Read our FAQs and enter your story 👇
https://t.co/ksIVUwUcVg

#cwprize

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

@JoshJosha1 @Thomas_Tayebwa I had the same experience. I asked which human gives someone a loan without calling the people they have put up as guarantors
For consent . He yelled, called me names said I was a thief that I would be reported to police , mtn oba what association so my number would be flagged

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

When I sew bags, I get to choose the fabric, the design, and the mood I want to set. Writing poetry lets me express how I feel and explore the themes that resonate with me.Both activities invite people to connect with who I am and how I view the world.

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

Poetry and bag-making are two different things, yet they both provide something we seek in different places: "self-expression". They fulfill the need to show something of our authentic selves.
#selfexpression
#Authenticity

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

⚠️Troubleshooting: If stitches skip or threads break, try a 3mm length, go slow, and consider a hump jumper for thick layers. #BagMaking
#SewingBasics

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

Starting Your Bag-Making Journey? 🧵 Here are the 5 essential stitches every bag maker should know! Mastering these will set you up for success, whether you're sewing by hand or machine.
1️⃣ Straight Stitch
2️⃣ Back Stitch
3️⃣ Basting Stitch
4️⃣ Ladder Stitch
5️⃣ Top Stitch
#sewing

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

Day 1: Straight Stitch 🧵
The backbone of bag making! This versatile stitch creates clean, strong seams and can be used on almost any fabric.
🧵 Thread Tip: Go for strong polyester or nylon thread, especially for bag panels.

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

Each day, I’ll dive into one stitch—explaining how to use it, the best threads, and common issues (like skipped stitches!). 🪡✨ Follow along to build your skills from scratch. #BagMaking #SewingTips

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

Where do they hang out?
Find them online or offline
and reach out to them.

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

If you're struggling with marketing or sales in your business try looking at who your marketing to are they your tribe? The people you want your product to help

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

That time when your students have that "aha" moment is priceless for you and them. Our tote bag-making class#bagmaking#sewingtutorials#crafting#sewinginstructor#shortcourses#skillstraining

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

“Freeform poetry:Definition Techniques,how to write it” https://t.co/NkAnCByX12

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

5 beginner-friendly sewing projects https://t.co/zhgIWkiEYK

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

7 Tips for writing your first poem https://t.co/yQvXuQN0TX

[Kathy Legesi @Kathylegesi]

How to market your sewing business to a local audience https://t.co/RhiOWwrEva