GLOBAL AFRICA – FOCUS ON NUMBER 5: Manufacturing an Africanist Phantasmagoria by Cilas Kemedjio
Manufacturing an Africanist Phantasmagoria: Literature and Knowledge Production in Ferdinand Oyono’s Chemin d’Europe ARTICLE OF THE WEEK The making of Africanist “phantasmagoria”: Literature and production of knowledge in Chemin d’Europe by Ferdinand Oyono Immerse yourself in deep analysis exploring anticolonial dissent and the social mission of postcolonial literature. A critical look at the Africanist fabric and its impact on French-speaking literature. AUTHOR OF THE WEEK Cilas Kemedjio, distinguished Professor of French and Francophone Studies at the University of Rochester. A renowned specialist, his work explores various fields, from the memory of slavery to the theoretical deconstruction of postcolonial literatures. His research also extends to the analysis of the body, humanitarian interventions in Africa and the works of Maryse Condé, Édouard Glissant and Mongo Beti. Recent publications include major contributions such as “Maryse Condé: A Consciousness of the Black World” and “Migration, Literary Imagination, and Mirages in the Francophone Text.” Currently, he is working on a new manuscript on the theme of Humanitarian Misunderstanding. Discover the full, free article: https://www.globalafricasciences.org/issue-05/art-05-04-en
Discover the Editorial Schedule
We are delighted to present to you our editorial schedule for the years 2023-2026. Global Africa is committed to promoting research and the dissemination of knowledge about Africa and its diaspora, by highlighting interdisciplinary perspectives and fostering a global dialogue on global issues from an African standpoint. Our three-year schedule aims to uphold this commitment by publishing high-quality work that contributes to the evolution of academic and social discourses.
OPEN CALL, DOCTORAL SCHOOL, DAKAR 2024
Les Ateliers de la Pensée & Global AfricaSince 2018. Les Ateliers de la Pensée de Dakar (ADLP) in association with the Consortium des Instituts pour les Humanités (CHCI) have set up a Doctoral School whose primary objective is to contribute to the empirical, methodological and theoretical imagination renewal in the study of Africa and, more generally, the dynamics of transformation in contexts of instability and uncertainty. This 2024 edition will be held in partnership with the Global Africa program, supported by Université Gaston Berger (Senegal), IRD, UR and LASDEL. Global Africa’s Junior Researchers’ Institute (JRI) has been set up to help young African researchers integrate into scientific communities in the social sciences, thereby enabling them to play an active role in shaping the world’s knowledge. The Junior Researchers’ Institute is an essential component of the Global Africa project. In particular, the School aims to introduce participants to contemporary transnational debates on new knowledge and global issues, from a continental and diasporic African perspective. The work resulting from the joint ADLP & Doctoral School will be the subject of a special issue to be published in March 2025. New economic paradigms: rethinking and reinventing the economic order The 2024 Session of the Doctoral School will take place in Dakar (Senegal) from July 8 to 13, 2024. All costs associated with the School will be fully covered by the ADLP and the JRI of GA. The working languages are French and English. Session 2024 will bring together participants from Africa and its diasporas. Priority will be given to those in the early stages of their thesis, as well as to more advanced doctoral students and post-docs. The selection of the 20 applications will be based on the candidates’ ability to identify and justify their research theme in relation to the theme of this session of the Doctoral School. to explain their problematic and their questions, and to detail the methods the intend to use. Particular attention will be paid to themes requiring fieldwork, and to dossiers describing how this fieldwork will be carried out. To find out more, scan the QR code or go to the Schools page on our website. Submission deadline: 12.00am (UTC), March 25, 2024 Applications by email: edadlpapply@gmail.com
Issue 8: The Digital Economy in Africa
Discover Issue 8 of the Global Africa journal, dedicated to the #DigitalEconomy in #Africa. This edition analyzes the effects of #DigitalTransformation on the continent through key themes: #EconomicGrowth, digital inclusion, the #InformalSector, and #PublicPolicies. Dive into innovative reflections and in-depth analyses on the strategic role of #DigitalTechnology in Africa. 👉 Subscribe now to stay updated on future publications!”
Issue 8 is available! 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜a
Discover the 8th issue of Global Africa!Issue 8 is coordinated by Ibrahima Kane, Minata SARR, and Boubacar Diallo. It explores the dynamics, challenges, and opportunities of digital transformation on the continent. Discover it now
The New Issue of Global Africa is Out!
Today is the big day ! We are delighted to announce that our new varia issue is finally available! Immerse yourself in a rich and varied disciplinary universe where epistemology, literature, political science, artificial intelligence, law and security are rethought by researchers from the continent. 4 NEW LANGUAGES Global Africa is expanding its linguistic horizons by welcoming four new languages to the journal: Wolof , Yoruba , Portuguese and Hausa . These languages will be used in particular for certain flagship articles to discover now! 9 EXCITING ARTICLES Discover our flagship articles: “Entry into force of the Malabo Convention: the challenges of its implementation”, “The making of Africanist “phantasmagoria”: literature and production of knowledge in Chemin d’Europe by Ferdinand Oyono”, and “Endogenous knowledge systems of global Africa – The challenges of epistemicide and ontological suicide”. And many other articles, analyzes and interviews to explore! Every week, be there to discover the article highlighted through the presentation of the authors, extracts and even exclusive interviews!
Issue 7 is available!
This issue, entitled “Publishing Africa”, is coordinated by David Mills (University of Oxford), Stephanie Kitchen (SOAS, University of London) and Bouchra Sidi-Hida (Codesria, Centre for Studies and Research in Social Sciences (CERSS) Rabat). What future does the publication of African academic journals hold? “In this issue, we bring together seven articles and seven authors, each with their own perspective on the best way forward. Our contributors come from Africa, Europe and North America, and work in different locations and at different scales. Many of them reflect on the journey that publishing has taken and the paths that lie ahead based on digitalisation. Several of them are editors or publishers of journals and therefore draw on solid practical experience.” Explore our articles to learn more: Global Africa magazine is available in four languages: Swahili, French, Arabic and English. Download issue 7 now!
CALL FOR PAPERS – Issue 9 – Protective Knowledge
PROTECTIVE SKILLS: FIELDS, EXPERIENCES AND PRACTICES IN THE FIGHT AGAINST GBV IN AFRICA Global Africa is launching a call for contributions for its 9th issue, devoted to “Protective Knowledge” in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in Africa. This issue aims to offer in-depth, multidisciplinary scientific reflection on field experiences, local practices, and innovative solutions developed by actors engaged in this fight. Objectives of the issue: Thematic axes: Submission instructions: Interested researchers and practitioners are invited to submit their papers according to the instructions to authors available here. Contributions should reflect solid field experience and a multidisciplinary perspective. Timetable: If you have any questions or require further information, please contact our editorial team at: redaction@globalafricasciences.org
Issue 6 is available! African Administrations: Decoloniality, Endogeneity, and Innovation
Discover the 6th issue of Global Africa! “African administrations: Decoloniality, Endogeneity and Innovation” Discover in-depth analyzes and original thoughts through three key articles, four fascinating articles and an interview. This issue also stands out for the introduction of three new languages: Bamoun (Cameroon), Fulfude (Mali) and Ewondo (Cameroon), thus broadening our linguistic and cultural horizon. Find this issue now in Open Access at the following link:
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS – Number 8 – DIGITAL ECONOMY IN AFRICA
Global Africa is launching its new call for submissions for its 8th issue. Issue 8 of the Global Africa magazine wants to focus on the theme of the digital economy in Africa with at least three objectives. On the one hand, question the current reality of the digital economy in Africa to understand its extent. What does the African digital economy represent in the African economy and in the global economy? On the other hand, critically question this digital economy in Africa and the strategies that underlie them, with regard to the ontological, epistemological or axiological issues specific to Africa, with regard to its identity, its culture, its ambitions… Finally, question the possible or desirable directions for the development of the digital economy in Africa. What strategies for a positive African digital economy, which truly benefits African populations? In this special issue, we will discuss articles that reflect the African perception, reception and conception of the evolution of the digital economy. Here are the details of the thematic entries: 1. Survey of the digital economy: research data on statistics on the contribution of the digital economy to GDP at national level,… 2. Epistemological, ethical and sovereignty issues around the digital economy in Africa 3. Legal, institutional, governance and regulatory questions around the digital economy in Africa 4. Digital economy in Africa and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) 5. Digitizing informal economies: the digital economy and the reality of the informal economy in Africa 6. Talents, skills and industries in Africa’s digital economy 7. Banking, finance and money in the digital economy Submissions: Until June 30, 2024 Important dates: