Cheikh Anta Diop

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Cheikh Anta Diop was a Senegalese scholar who challenged dominant views of African
history. He argued that ancient Egypt was a Black African civilisation and promoted the study
of African languages and cultures. His work was initially controversial but later influential in
decolonising historical narratives. Diop’s scholarship still informs African studies.

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