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An immersive initiative by Binabi at Université libre de Bruxelles
From the heart of Brussels to the spirit of the African continent, Afro Market is a bold, semester-long initiative inviting the public to engage with the richness of African cultures and the urgency of decolonial thought. Organised by Binabi, the African cultural circle at the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB), this unique programme brings together academic insight, artistic expression, and grassroots activism to reflect on Africa’s past, present, and future.
The project features a range of onsite events including conferences, film screenings, workshops, and exhibitions. Highlights include a conference on the role of women in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo conflict, a screening of Soundtrack to a Coup d'État, a discussion between Senegalese students from UCAD and members of the diaspora, and the vibrant Afro-Entrepreneurs Exhibition—a market-style showcase of Afro-descendant businesses. Afro Market encourages critical dialogue around Europe's historical and ongoing role in Africa, amplifying African voices and experiences within European academic spaces.
