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The Carnation Revolution – 50 years
Originally posted on the Languages across Borders blog, this is a timely piece for anyone interested in Portuguese Africa, democracy development, and trans-language nation building. Read more
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Communities of Liberation: African Peoples in London’s East End – 1567 to 1802
Communities of Liberation is a new historical research and public art initiative which aims to increase awareness of the long history of the African presence in London’s East End 1567 – 1802 from the earliest documented Africans here until the development of… Read more
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AFRICA COMMONS: Cambridge University Libraries acquires permanent access
Following a successful trial of Africa Commons (including our semi-viral tweet!), Cambridge University Libraries has acquired permanent access to the rich database of over 500,000 digitized items. Read more
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Open Access: The Daily Observer (Liberia) – CRL/GPA Alliance
An exciting new collection is now available for anyone interested in Liberian archival news, made possible by the Global Press Archives & Centre for Research Libraries alliance. Founded in 1981, the Daily Observer is Liberia’s best-known, independent, national newspaper. The… Read more
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Now Available: Marriage and Divorce Law in Uganda – Dr. Winifred Brown Archive Collection
The African Studies Library is pleased to announce that the Dr. Winifred Brown Collection examining Marriage and Divorce Law in Uganda, as well as women’s rights, and orphaned children is now available for consultation. Read more
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INSIGHT: A recap of our conversation with African photographers and filmmakers
INSIGHT, an online talk hosted by African Lens, Maona Art, and the Cambridge African Studies Library on Wednesday November 29th, was full of inspirational exchange. The panelists shared their insights on the African creative landscape, the challenges and opportunities they… Read more