The Include Knowledge Platform, of which the ASCL co-hosts the Secretariat, and postdoctoral researcher Eric Cezne have won a grant from the International Development Research Centre for the project 'Making green hydrogen work in Africa: Addressing the skills gap and employment prospects for youth and women'.

A lively Stephen Ellis Debate took place on 4 December. Pascah Mungwini, Professor of Philosophy, gave a thoughtprovoking keynote - 'considering what we are witnessing around the world today, this topic could not have come at a better time' - followed by an engaging debate.

PhD candidate Carlien Donkor has been awarded a scholarship under the Patrimonies Funding Initiative of the Gerda Henkel Foundation. She recieves the funding for her PhD project ‘Navigating the Dualities of Inclusive Development within Living Heritage Sites in Sub-Saharan Africa: Nzulezo, Ghana’.

Addis Ababa is undergoing a spectacular metamorphosis. Futuristic high-rise, state-of-the-art museums, new broad lanes, and hundreds of new buildings arise. However, there are dark sides to this urban transformation. In a new blog post, Jon Abbink discusses how the renovation process invites both praise and scrutiny.

The African Library has renewed its web dossier on African Philosophy, showcasing the richness of traditions, thinkers, political voices, and artistic expressions in this field. Special attention is given to its relevance for conflict resolution, peace, and security in Africa, the subject of this year’s Stephen Ellis Debate.

The ASCL proudly presents its new Research Programme for 2025-2029: African Trajectories: Past Dependencies and New Directions. Building on its former programme Strident Africa, the new research agenda extends the recognition of Africa’s pivotal role in world affairs.