African Studies Group - University of Melbourne

We are a group for research & collegial discussions on Africa. Open to scholars of African descent, scholars interested in African studies & the general public

[African Studies Group - University of Melbourne @ASG_unimelb]

Hello Everybody,

We are delighted to announce the new Executive Committee of the African Studies Group (ASG) for 2026! 🌍

Wanja Wohoro, Josephine Boateng, Kaitlin Common & Mitchell Tuddenham!

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Join us on the 28th of November 2025 for a special collaborative event hosted by the African Studies Group UniMelb (ASG) at the University of Melbourne in partnership with Waresa Australia.

https://t.co/WQaj216kKu

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A few weeks ago we held our African Studies Group Symposium 2025 at the University of Melbourne. Thank you to our incredible volunteers, presenters and university affiliates for making the day a great success!

#ASGSymposium2025

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Join us at the ASG 2025 Symposium on the 29th of October! 🌍

Details -
Time: 1pm - 8pm
Venue: Carillo Gantner Theatre, University of Melbourne Parkville campus

It is free to attend, register through our website below
https://t.co/UI82LPxxKc

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Are you a researcher interested or involved in African indigenous knowledge systems? Submit your abstract (work-in-progress, theses, and unfinished papers are welcome) to have the opportunity to present your work at our symposium.

Submit🔖: https://t.co/0ZiUAfPR7s

[African Studies Group - University of Melbourne @ASG_unimelb]

Are you a researcher interested or involved in African indigenous knowledge systems? Submit your abstract (work-in-progress, theses, and unfinished papers are welcome) to have the opportunity to present your work at our symposium.

Submit🔖: https://t.co/0ZiUAfPR7s

[African Studies Group - University of Melbourne @ASG_unimelb]

CALL TO ACTION.📣📣

We are currently accepting abstract submissions for our upcoming ASG symposium taking place on October 25th.

Theme: African Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Ways of Knowing

Link to apply ---> https://t.co/vXZjzaExrV

[African Studies Group - University of Melbourne @ASG_unimelb]

CALL TO ACTION.📣📣

We are currently accepting abstract submissions for our upcoming ASG symposium taking place on October 25th.

Theme: African Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Ways of Knowing

Link to apply ---> https://t.co/vXZjzaExrV

[African Studies Group - University of Melbourne @ASG_unimelb]

Another excellent ASG seminar! We were honoured to host @guidomelo1 as our seminar lead for this session.

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SIGN UP - https://t.co/rDJyZcvqwm

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Join us for our upcoming September seminar!

On Wednesday 24th September, Guido Melo will present a fascinating seminar, looking at findings from his masters thesis.

Venue: Old Arts Atrium Room 213
Time: 4:00-5:30pm

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Presenting a new series on our platform which seeks to shed light on the often overlooked history of African scholarship - as ancient and diverse as learning itself!

Which African knowledge systems or scholars would you like to see highlighted next?

#ASGUnimelb #Mali #Timbuktu

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Lots of learning and discussion at our #ASGMonthlySeminar last week. This session was led by PHD candidate Abdullatif Said Abdullah who presented his work in BIM application.

Stay tuned to learn more about our next seminar soon!

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A wonderful day with our amazing @asgunimelb team, sharing food and conversation at the @gsa_unimelb Lunch Social celebrating #QixiFestival

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Moments From The African Studies Group BBQ & Networking Evening – April 16, 2025!
Interested in becoming a Member, volunteering, and knowing more about the ASG?
Check this out: https://t.co/2rIysdLwtM

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The photographs and videos provide a visual record of a pivotal moment from the inaugural monthly seminar of 2025, during which we had the distinct privilege of hosting Associate Professor Chinekwu Obidoa from Mercer University, USA.

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Announcing the African Studies Group 2025/2026 Executive Team! 🎉
"We are pleased to announce the newly appointed executive team for the African Studies Group (ASG) 2025. This dynamic team is committed to advancing academic discourse and promoting cultural exchange.

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We are delighted to invite you to our first monthly seminar of 2025, and we are honoured to be joined by Associate Professor Chinekwu Obidoa from Mercer University, USA.
She will be presenting her research titled: "Mental Health of African Immigrant Youth in the US".

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From the 2024/2024 committee, we wish you a merry Christmas! Also sharing some highlights from end of year seminar by our former president, Kennedy Mbeva, and the tasty food we had after!
Enjoy the holidays!

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Our end of year seminar and get together is less than 72 hours away! Details on the flyer!

Registration: https://t.co/Pw6ItNNJ2O
Our former president Kennedy Mbeva will be the speaker for the day.

After the seminar, we will have some tasty food to celebrate the end of the year!