This page is dedicated to our dearly departed colleagues and friends, whose hard work and commitment to the study of Africa contributed significantly to the production and exchange of knowledge on Africa. The tireless work of these individuals has profoundly impacted and changed narratives about Africa and Africans for the better, which in turn has changed attitudes and approaches toward studying and engaging the continent. We honor and thank them for their hard work.
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Please note that entries will be accepted and posted on a rolling basis, and need not be for recent deaths. Submissions will be accepted for any individual acknowledged to have made a positive contribution to the study of Africa as a scholar, practitioner, artist, politician, peace maker, etc.
12 Sep, 2024
This tribute is dedicated to Ralph Austen, Professor Emeritus of History, African Studies, and the College at The University of […]
4 Sep, 2024
Republished from Bates College. Written by Garry W. Jenkins. Dear Members of the Bates Community, I write with the sad […]
13 Aug, 2024
Republished from Columbia University. Elleni Centime Zeleke joined MESAAS and the Columbia University community in 2018, after completing her Ph.D. […]
16 Apr, 2024
In MemoriamKenneth W. Harrow1943–2024 We deeply mourn the passing of Kenneth W. Harrow, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Literature and Film […]
20 Jan, 2024
The African Studies Association community mourns the loss of Dr. Jane I. Guyer, 2012 ASA Distinguished Africanist and lifetime member […]
17 Jan, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the news of former ASA President Dr. Bruce Berman’s passing earlier this […]
8 Nov, 2023
We regret to inform the wider ASA community that Her Excellency, Hassana Alidou, transitioned peacefully on June 10, 2023. Please […]
31 Oct, 2023
It is with regret that we inform the ASA community of Lansiné Kaba’s passing. As ASA Past President (1999 – […]
24 Jul, 2023
A TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR FELIX EKECHIfrom Toyin Falola Professor Felix Ekechi, an eminent historian, died on July 14, 2023, at 89. He […]
