Congolese Horizons: Weaving Temporalities in Congo Studies
6th Congo Research Network Conference
“Congolese Horizons: Weaving Temporalities in Congo Studies”
29-31 Jan 2025
The Africa Institute, Global Studies University (GSU)
Sharjah, UAE
The Congo Research Network (CRN) is organizing its sixth international conference themed, “Congolese Horizons: Weaving Temporalities in Congo Studies,” to be held at The Africa Institute, Global Studies University (GSU), Sharjah, UAE, between Wednesday, January 29 – Friday, January 31, 2025.
This event brings together junior and senior scholars across the humanities and social sciences, sharing a common interest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It specifically aims to provide space for productive interdisciplinary discussions, within and beyond Congo Studies.
This scholarly conference invites participants to explore the diverse intersections of temporalities with the social, cultural, and political fabric of the Congo, encompassing perspectives from both the humanities and social sciences. Through this lens, we aim to illuminate the complexities of temporal experiences, including the interplay of various timelines, historical narratives, and societal rhythms. By examining tensions, ruptures, and continuities, we seek to deepen our understanding of how individuals and communities navigate the temporal landscape, shedding light on the multifaceted dynamics shaping their lived realities.