Xala.

"Xala" by Ousmane Sembène is a compelling critique of post-colonial Senegal, focusing on the moral and social decay among the country's elite. The story follows El Hadji, a corrupt businessman whose life unravels after he is mysteriously struck with impotence on his wedding night to his third wife. Sembène masterfully exposes the hypocrisy and systemic failings of those in power, using El Hadji’s predicament as an allegory for the impotence of the ruling class. This powerful narrative incisively tackles themes of greed, corruption, and societal disintegration, making it a crucial read for understanding the complexities of modern Senegalese society.