Despite the lack of literacy in this country (about 60% percent of the population can't really read or write), the amount of chalkings that you do find upon its walls is surprising.
Political/satirical, social or commercial; you will find some form of writing or the other upon its walls. And the funny thing is chalkings are not just restricted to walls.
I find the most interesting bits of writing on the backs and sides of trucks, buses and any and all modes of transportation (including donkey-carts!). With their poetic declarations of love, heartbreak and religious fervour, all tinged with just the right amount of humour.
It speaks volumes for a nation, which has an obvious handicap in terms of the lack of literacy, is still able to communicate such insight into its inner workings by something as simple as unrelenting graffiti. Bravo!
