First edition of Jambo Africa

Africa Without Borders, in collaboration with the African Studies Group (BILPLAT), organized the Jambo Afrika program, a major academic event focusing on the historical, political, economic and diplomatic dimensions of the African continent. Spread over two days, the program brought together recognized experts who analyzed the history, contemporary dynamics and perspectives of Africa through multidisciplinary approaches. Thus, the participants had the opportunity to understand the continent from a global and enriched angle. First Day – Sessions Session 1: “Africa in World History” Speaker: Dr. Hatice Uğur The inaugural session began with an in-depth presentation on the fundamental place of Africa in world history. A teacher-researcher at Marmara University, Dr. Uğur highlighted the founding role of the continent in the history of humanity, its major contributions to ancient civilizations and its importance in global cultural interactions. She also offered a critical reading of the historical narratives shaped by the external interventions of which Africa has been the target over the centuries. Session 2: “Beyond History: Africa and Pan-Africanism” Speaker: Moussa Hissein Moussa (Pan-Africanist and researcher at AKEM) This session focused on the historical memory of the continent, the experience of the diaspora and the intellectual foundations of Pan-Africanism. Mr. Moussa recalled that Pan-Africanism constitutes not only a political ideal, but also a process of identity construction. He stated in particular: “Pan-Africanism does not exist to revive the pain of the past, but to build together a shared future. African youth are the subject of their own destiny; she must now become the author of her story. » The speaker also highlighted the identity challenges encountered