Keynotes, speeches and presentations published in the African Journal of Social Work 14(3) of 2024
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Ghana family values and human sexual rights bill: Lessons for social work and development
The Ghana Parliament passed a bill early this year to promote sexual activities that align with African culture and values….
A westernised discourse of sexuality in Africa – an analysis of the biased authorship in The Conversation Africa
To understand who contributes to the topic of sexuality in Africa, authorship in The Conversation Africa, an Australian online media…
World Kiswahili Language Day – 07 July each year
Theme: Kiswahili: education and culture of peace Main event: UNESCO Headquarters in Paris In numbers Numbers: one of the top…
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Bloggers required
There is a lot happening in Africa all the time, and we are looking for bloggers to write on these…
SURVEY OF SOCIAL PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES FOR AFRICA
The survey is now open. Use the link or scan QR code to start the survey. Invitation Kanimambo | Zikomo…
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Our Aspirations for the Africa We Want
Copied from: https://au.int/agenda2063/aspirations Agenda 2063 provides useful resources for teaching, learning, practice and fieldwork preparation. It is also useful for…
Day of the African Child (DAC) 2024
Education for all children in Africa: the time is now Theme for 2024 On 16 June, Africa commemorates the Day…
Creating a sustainable future for the African child: A solar punk concept— by Okoroafor Christabel Ebubechukwu
From Sankofa, Harambee, Ubuntu and Afrofuturism, Okoroafor Christabel Ebubechukwu educated and impressed peers, professors and global leaders during Day of…
Launch video — Ubuntu Digital Platform project
The Ubuntu Digital Platform project was launched by Professor Antoinette Lombard (IASSW incoming President)) during the Day of the African…
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Lifetime Award Speech — Associate Professor Wassie Kebede, Ethiopia
Dr Kebede was honoured during the online Day of the African Child Students Conference on 14 June. Wassie Kebede was…
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In numbers — Social Work and Development Student Conference (SWDSC)
Held on Friday, 14 June 2024 | 08AM-12PM WAT | 09AM-1PM CAT/SAT | 10AM-2PM EAT. || 16 June is Day of the African Child (DAC)….
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An Interprofessional Social Work Collaborative Disrupts Period Poverty in Search of Menstrual Equity
Written by Areli Padron Sanchez, Monalisa Piquero, Rachel Riojas, Karina Garcia-Aguilar, and Sevaughn Banks Period poverty or menstrual poverty, defined…
Decolonization and Decoloniality – phases, ways and impediments: excerpts from Omanga’s interview with Professor Gatsheni-Ndlovu, 2020
Phases of decolonisation “Decolonization needs to be understood in its phases. What became known as “primary resistance” movements—such as the…
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Why and how to test or validate theories and models?
Testing and validating theories and models is important to improve their quality and power and to increase confidence in their…
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Promoting Sustainable Development: CJCU’s IPSD Program Empowers African Students
By Yuvan Sankar I’m Yuvan Sankar, a creative and editorial board member of the Owia Bulletin at the Africa Social…
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Speeches from Award Recipients 2024
Emancipatory social work by Professor O. N. Moyo
Award Recipients 2024 – Social Work and Development
Hongera (Swahili), oluwa loni o (Yoruba) and እንዴት ነው (indet new) (Amharic) to all those who received awards. Keep on…
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Ten Key Elements of Africa’s Decolonisation
- Ubuntu: A whole of Africa philosophy emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and the importance of community. The concept of Ubuntu highlights the communal values that were often disrupted by colonialism.
- Harambee: A Swahili word meaning all pull together. It represents the spirit of collective effort and collaboration, which colonial powers often exploited or disrupted in African societies.
- Mau Mau: Refers to a militant anti-colonial movement in Kenya during the 1950s. The Mau Mau rebellion symbolizes the resistance of African peoples against colonial oppression and exploitation.
- Sankofa: A word from the Akan people of Ghana, symbolized by a bird looking backward while moving forward. Sankofa represents the idea of learning from the past in order to build a better future, which is particularly relevant in addressing the legacies of colonisation in Africa.
- Maat: A concept from ancient Egyptian philosophy and spirituality, Maat represents truth, justice, and harmony. The pursuit of Maat was central to ancient African societies and serves as a guiding principle for addressing injustices perpetuated by colonisation.
- Indaba: A Nguni term for a gathering or conference to discuss important matters. Indigenous governance systems often relied on the indaba as a form of consensus-building, which was disrupted by colonial authorities.
- Jua kali: Swahili for ‘hot sun’, it refers to the informal sector of the economy in East Africa, characterized by small-scale entrepreneurship and craftsmanship. The jua kali sector has historically been a source of resilience and economic independence in the face of colonial economic exploitation.
- Imihigo: In Rwanda, imihigo are performance contracts between the government and citizens, outlining development goals and responsibilities. Indigenous governance practices such as imihigo were often suppressed or replaced by colonial administrative structures.
- Mugabeism: Named after Zimbabwe’s former leader Robert Mugabe, Mugabeism refers to the policy of land redistribution and indigenization of the economy pursued after independence. It reflects the legacy of colonial land dispossession and the struggle for economic justice in post-colonial Africa.
- Igbo kwenu: A call and response phrase used by the Igbo people of Nigeria to acknowledge the presence and solidarity of a group. Igbo kwenu is met with the response Igbo kwezuenu, signifying unity and collective identity, values that were often disrupted by colonialism but remain important in African societies.
Kumi (10) Key Lessons from Africa Day Day 2024
Cite as: Africa Social Work and development network and Association of Schools of Social work (2024). 10 points from Africa…
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Awards Ceremony 2024
Hongera, congratulations to the following people for their successes and for being awarded at the Social Work and Development Awards…
Tips for turning your thesis or dissertation into a book
Are you interested in turning your thesis or dissertation into a book and pitching it to a publisher but do…
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Africa Day
Africa Day offers a platform to celebrate Africa’s rich cultural diversity, honor its history of resistance and liberation, and reaffirm…
Chagua vs. AGOA: Rwanda’s Second Hand Clothes and Shoes Trade Standoff with the US and the Battle for Economic Sovereignty
Rwanda ended up being banned from a trade deal with the US called AGOA – for raising tariffs to discourage…
Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo speech about UN’s structural flaws, slave trade and illicit flow of funds out of Africa
Speaking at the UN General Assembly in 2023, His Excellency President Nana Akufo-Addo made these important points: https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxrZ9J5AYZly5nNNIuc2djaJqD0gscmfi2?si=SHDbSW7Md-z2wfb- Implications for…
A whopping 50 million shillings (US$22,000) for a researcher in Tanzania who publishes in an international journal – why this approach is wrong?
The direct reason for paying US$22000 is to encourage rankings of local universities, an indirect reason is to improve research…
Total Agreement Technique in African Research Ethics: A Culturally Sensitive Approach to Informed Consent
Kudzai Mwapaura Blogger Informed consent is a cornerstone of research ethics, ensuring that participants understand and voluntarily agree to take…
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