CAHIERS D ETUDES AFRICAINES
Scope & Guideline
Diving Deep into the Socioeconomic and Cultural Dimensions of Africa
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Migration Studies:
The journal consistently explores the complexities of migration within and from African contexts, addressing issues such as unauthorized migration, kinship dynamics, and the socio-political implications of mobility. - Cultural Heritage and Restitution:
A significant focus on the politics of cultural heritage, including the restitution of African artifacts, reflects a commitment to addressing colonial legacies and the dynamics of cultural ownership. - Gender Studies:
The journal features research on gender dynamics in various contexts, examining the roles and experiences of women in African societies, particularly concerning legal rights, economic empowerment, and social change. - Religious Practices and Beliefs:
Research on the interplay between religion and social dynamics, including the impact of religious movements like Pentecostalism and the role of Islam in shaping identities and social relations in Africa. - Postcolonial Studies:
The journal engages with postcolonial theory to analyze the historical and contemporary consequences of colonialism in Africa, exploring themes of identity, power, and resistance.
Trending and Emerging
- Transnational Migration Dynamics:
Increasingly, the journal addresses the complexities of transnational migration, highlighting the experiences of migrants across borders and the implications for identity and belonging in a globalized world. - Decolonization of Knowledge:
A strong emphasis on decolonial approaches to knowledge production is evident, with articles exploring Afrocentric perspectives and critiques of Western epistemologies, particularly in the context of heritage and cultural studies. - Crisis and Resilience:
Themes around crisis, such as health crises (e.g., COVID-19) and socio-political instability, are gaining prominence, focusing on how communities adapt and respond to challenges, revealing resilience amidst adversity. - Digital Narratives and Memory:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that examine the role of digital media and social networks in shaping contemporary African identities and collective memories, reflecting the impact of technology on culture. - Environmental and Economic Anthropology:
Emerging discussions around environmental issues and economic practices highlight the intersection of ecology, economy, and social structures, particularly in relation to resource management and sustainability.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Anthropology:
There appears to be a waning interest in classical anthropological studies that rely heavily on ethnographic methods without addressing contemporary socio-political contexts, as more interdisciplinary approaches gain traction. - Colonial History Focus:
Research specifically centered on colonial histories and their direct narratives is less frequent, suggesting a pivot towards broader themes that encompass postcolonial critiques rather than strict historical recounting. - Static Gender Roles:
Previous discussions around fixed gender roles and identities are being replaced with more dynamic analyses of gender fluidity and intersectionality, indicating a shift in feminist discourse within the journal.
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