thumb|Pierre Akendengué

Pierre-Claver Akendengué (born April 25, 1943) is a Gabonese musician and composer. In 1997, he received his country's "Prix d'excellence" at the Africa Music awards in Libreville, honoring his body of work. He also serves as a cultural advisor for the government of Gabon.

Biography

Born on the island of Awuta, which is located just off the coast of Port-Gentil, Akendengué went to school in Port-Gentil, then studied psychology at the University of Caen in France during the 1960s.

References

  • "CD of the Week: Pierre Akendengué – Ekunda-Sah!", RFI Music, March 25, 2005. Accessed January 24, 2006
  • Pierre Akendengue – Gorée