Forest Gate author and community activist, Derek Smith, pays tribute to, and shares local memories of, his pal, the recently deceased poet and writer, Benjamin Zephaniah (1958 – 2023)
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Treasured memories of Benjamin (Newham Voices)
The death of poet and writer, lyricist and musician Benjamin Zephaniah prompted an outpouring of tributes from people in Newham who had the privilege to know him and his work.
Launch of the Benjamin Zephaniah Memorial Calendar
The National Memorial Family Fund have launched the Benjamin Zephaniah remembrance calendar on behalf of his family. The calendar will be populated over coming weeks and months.
Benjamin Zephaniah remembered by Liverpool poet
A Liverpool poet paid tribute to his friend writer and activist Benjamin Zephaniah after he died aged 65. Levi Tafari first met Benjamin in 1981 when he performed at the University of Liverpool.
