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Profile of the Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies

The Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies (BIGSAS) is now part of the Africa Multiple Cluster of Excellence funded by the German Research Foundation in the framework of the Excellence Strategy of the German Federal and State Governments. In the focus of this unique structure of creative and innovative training are approximately 80 Junior Fellows from 24 African, American, Asian

and European countries. The doctoral students benefit from a clearly structured, academic and career-oriented training as well as a genuine expertise in the African studies which has increased continuously since the foundation of the University of Bayreuth. The international network with Partner Universities on the African continent creates even more so excellent conditions for the research of our Junior Fellows.

12/06/2026

✨ Summer Feeling 2026: BIGSAS × Iwalewahaus
Find Your Name, Claim Your Gift!

This June, the UBT Rondell becomes a living space of discovery, memory, and celebration.

BIGSAS and Iwalewahaus invite you to explore a participatory installation highlighting African scholars at the University of Bayreuth—past and present.

🌳 From 13–19 June:
Walk through the Rondell and search for the names of African scholars displayed among the trees.

🎁 19 June | 11 am – 4 pm | World Africa Edition Day:
If you find your name, come by the BIGSAS stand to claim a small gift.
If not, add your name to our participation board and still receive a gift from us.

A moment to celebrate presence, recognition, and academic journeys—while growing a collective archive together.

Let’s make the Rondell speak, shine, and grow. ✨

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05/06/2026

Join us for the next BIGSAS Colloquium!

🗓 Wednesday, 10 June 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:15 pm
📍 Room 0.22 (FZA) & online via Zoom

We look forward to seeing you there and engaging in a lively discussion.

05/06/2026

Masterclass with Prof. Dr. Elísio Macamo (University of Basel)

Join the hybrid masterclass “Before We Start: Advanced Workshop in African Studies” on 15–16 June 2026.

Designed for doctoral and post-doctoral researchers, this interactive workshop explores key conceptual and methodological questions in African Studies.

📝 Registration required
⏳ Deadline: 10 June 2026
📧 [email protected]

05/06/2026

BIGSAS proudly congratulates Yifan Yang on defending her PhD thesis!

Her work, “The Art of Improvisation. Corporate Governing Practices Around Chinese‑Invested Mining Projects in Guinea”, offers an important contribution to African Studies and global governance research.

Well done, Yifan💐, your achievement inspires our entire community.

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26/05/2026

A warm welcome to Claudia, our Administration Assistant at BIGSAS.

We’re happy to have her with us💐

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26/05/2026

BIGSAS proudly welcomes Victoria Amaechi and Nihal Chahdi as our new Junior Fellow Representatives.💐

Their energy, commitment, and vision will help foster a vibrant and supportive environment for all Junior Fellows.

We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to Asma and Saikou the outgoing Representatives for their dedication and service. Their contributions continue to strengthen and inspire BIGSAS as a whole.💐

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26/05/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Hamissou Rhissa Achaffert on the successful thesis defence!

His dissertation “ Activisme Religieux et Émergence de Perspectives Décoloniales : Cas de l’Association Islamique Ihya’ous Sounnah du Niger” marks an important contribution to decolonial and religious activism studies.

Proud moment for the BIGSAS. Congrats Hamissou 🎊💐

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21/05/2026

BIGSAS Welcome Evening - Let’s Celebrate Together! ✨

We’re excited to welcome our new Junior Fellows, Representatives, and our new Deputy Head into the BIGSAS community.

Get ready for an evening full of fun: quizzes, games, karaoke, and DJ music to keep the energy high.

📅 Friday, 22 May 2026
🕕 Starting at 6 PM
📍 Room S 145/46, FZA

Join us, bring your good vibes, and let’s make it an unforgettable evening! 💛🎉

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30/04/2026

A big thank you to our BIGSAS Junior Fellow Representatives for organizing such a meaningful event, which brought together an engaged audience and sparked a truly fruitful discussion.

Yesterday’s screening of Khartoum and the discussion that followed created a powerful space for reflection and exchange. The film’s portrayal of everyday lives shaped by conflict in Sudan resonated deeply, opening up important conversations on freedom, dignity, and survival.

We are grateful to everyone who joined, shared their thoughts, and contributed to such an engaging dialogue. Events like this remind us of the importance of coming together to learn, reflect, and connect through critical storytelling.

Stay tuned for more events!

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27/04/2026

BIGSAS warmly congratulates and celebrates Carla Coburger on the successful completion of her viva voce on 24 April 2026.

Her dissertation, “Towards a Theory of Imperial Money: The Disarticulated Economy from Colonial Currencies to Cryptocurrencies”, marks an important milestone in her academic journey.

We are proud of this achievement and wish her every success ahead. Congratulation Carla🎉💐

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Bayreuth
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Öffnungszeiten

Dienstag	11:15 - 13:00
	14:00 - 16:00
Mittwoch	11:15 - 13:00
	14:00 - 16:00
Donnerstag	11:15 - 13:00
	14:00 - 16:00
Freitag	11:15 - 13:00

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