A diversity of cultures and knowledge.
Africa Talks Community Lectures
Last Wednesday of the month, 5:00 to 6:30pm
Goodman South Library, 2222 S Park St, Madison, WI 53713
Africa Talks is a monthly community lecture series organized in collaboration with the UW African Studies Program during the Fall and Spring semesters. The goal is to provide a platform to discuss insights, perspectives, and current events related to the African continent and diaspora. Africa Talks facilitates meaningful engagement within our diverse community around issues of mutual interest and importance. The community lectures provide a platform for sharing and celebrating the rich and diverse cultures of Africa, promoting cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of African traditions, languages, art, and music.
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Full 2026 Schedule (click here)
- Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
- Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
- Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
- Wednesday, September 30th, 2026
- Wednesday, October 28th, 2026
- Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
Our Next Event
Africa Beyond a Single Story
Speakers: Olayinka Olagbegi-Adegbite, Assistant Director of African Studies Program, UW-Madison; AND Tracy Moore, Early Learning Librarian, Pinney Library
Community Panelists: Safiya Jama and Esther Ama S. Ptak
Moderator: Erica Ayisi, PBS Wisconsin Indigenous Affairs Reporter
Event Agenda:
- Networking & Refreshments (African food)
- Presentation
- Panel discussion
- Audience Q&A
