Decolonisation
- History, Knowledge & Memory
How Colonial Rule Created the Myth of Tribalism
Few words are invoked as casually in discussions about Africa as “tribalism.” It appears in headlines, policy briefings, and foreign…
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Why “Tribalism” Is a Colonial Invention, Not an African Tradition
“Tribalism” is one of the most common explanations offered whenever Africa’s political tensions or conflicts are discussed. It appears in…
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Ethiopia was colonised
Like many African countries that were colonised by the British, Ethiopia’s educational system strongly privileges the English language. I learnt this…
Read More » - Politics, Power & Governance
What a new university in Africa is doing to decolonise social sciences
It’s not often that you get to create a new university from scratch: space, staff – and curriculum. But that’s…
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