African studies
African studies is the study of Africa, especially the cultures and societies of Africa (as opposed to geology, geography, zoology, etc.). The field includes the study of the culture of Africa, history of Africa (colonisation of Africa, decolonization of Africa), anthropology of Africa (ethnic groups in Africa, demographics of Africa), politics of Africa, economy of Africa (poverty in Africa), languages of Africa, and religion in Africa (African traditional religion). A specialist in African studies is often referred to as an "Africanist". Typically, study of African studies focuses on sub-Saharan Africa, since North Africa is part of the Arab world.
Notable Africanists
African studies centers, associations, and major projects
- University-based centers
- National and transnational centers
- Associations
- Projects
Degree Programs
Further reading
- Gershenhorn, Jerry, “‘Not an Academic Affair’: African American Scholars and the Development of African Studies Programs in the United States, 1942–1960,” Journal of African American History, 94 (Winter 2009), 44–68.
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