Session Tracks

This track explores the diverse narratives presented in African media, focusing on how cultural identity and heritage are represented. It invites discussions on the role of storytelling in shaping public perception and cultural discourse.

This session examines the portrayal of African societies in film, analyzing how cinema reflects and challenges socio-political realities. Contributions will address the impact of these representations on local and global audiences.

This track investigates the influence of digital media on the cultural expressions and identities of African youth. Papers will focus on social media, digital storytelling, and the emergence of new cultural forms.

This session addresses the evolving landscape of journalism in Africa, particularly in relation to political communication. It will explore the challenges and opportunities faced by journalists in a rapidly changing media environment.

This track delves into the aesthetics of African popular culture, examining how visual and auditory elements shape cultural identity. Contributions will analyze the intersection of tradition and modernity in contemporary cultural expressions.

This session focuses on the role of television in shaping cultural narratives and identities in Africa. It invites papers that explore programming, audience reception, and the impact of television on societal values.

This track investigates how media serves as a site for the negotiation of heritage and collective memory in African contexts. Discussions will center on the representation of historical events and cultural legacies in various media forms.

This session examines the adaptation of African literature into film, focusing on the challenges and creative processes involved. Papers will analyze how these adaptations reflect and reinterpret cultural narratives.

This track explores the role of social media as a tool for activism and social change in African societies. Contributions will discuss case studies of movements that have utilized digital platforms to mobilize and engage communities.

This session addresses the complexities of cultural identity as represented in African cinema. It invites critical analyses of films that engage with themes of ethnicity, gender, and social class.

This track focuses on the communication strategies employed in the preservation and promotion of African heritage through media. Papers will explore innovative approaches to heritage storytelling and audience engagement.