Touring Howard University students record song inspired by June 16, 1976, with lyrics in isiZulu and English

June 25, 2026 | CityLife Arts | South Africa

Celebrating Our Center's Impact

Director's Note

The 2025-2026 academic year brought both challenges and opportunities for the Center for African Studies at Howard. The year began with a significantly altered federal funding landscape and the untimely loss of our beloved inaugural Director, Professor Mbye Cham. Despite significant hurdles and challenges, the Center implemented robust and far-reaching programming that reaffirmed the value and strength of its mission and community of faculty, students and partners.

CABA 2026 Winners

Congratulations Spring 2026 AFEE Recipients!

The Center for African Studies at Howard University Center for African Studies is proud to announce and celebrate the latest recipients of the Academic Faculty Enhancement and Enrichment (AFEE). The AFEE program supports innovative faculty research and course development that deepen engagement with Africa and the African diaspora while advancing the Center’s mission of interdisciplinary scholarship and global connection.

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‘…No Man’s Land…’: Eno Barony’s navigation of Ghana’s male-dominated rap scene

This recent article, “‘…No Man’s Land…’: Eno Barony’s navigation of Ghana’s male-dominated rap scene,” published in Global Hip Hop Studies, highlights the cutting-edge scholarship being produced by graduate students in Howard University’s Department of African Studies. In this study, Yaw M.

…No Man’s Land…’: Eno Barony’s navigation of Ghana’s male-dominated rap scene

March 16, 2026 | Global Hip Hop Studies

Ugandan Ambassador Robie Kakonge Welcomes Howard Students

Howard University students had the distinct honor of being hosted by H.E. Robie Kakonge, Ambassador of the Republic of Uganda, in celebration of Black History Month on Thursday, February 26.

We are deeply grateful for the Ambassador’s generosity in opening her residence to our students for such a meaningful and engaging conversation. The opportunity to dialogue directly with a diplomat, ask thoughtful questions, and gain insight into international affairs and U.S.–Africa relations was truly invaluable.