Words from Dr. Mnyandu, Assistant Director at the Center, on his 1st day!

Today is the first day on the job for our new Assistant Director, Dr. Phiwokuhle Mnyandu. We are so pleased to have him in leadership of the team, along with Dr. Krista Johnson. Here he is sharing some words on leading the studies of African Languages:

South African news features Howard University students

South African news channel, Newzroom Afrika, features Howard University students during the HU Zulu in South Africa (HUZISA) Study Abroad Program. The students, led by their Umlazi-born Zulu professor, Dr. Phiwokuhle Mnyandu, deepened their cultural competence and explored Zulu history, culture and language.

Thank you to journalist, Melissa Bhuta!

A rapid assessment of the German China Strategy for Africa subject matter experts

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Voice of America showcases African languages at Howard

The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down affirmative action programs for university admissions in the United States. Will those affected turn to the country’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities? Haydé Adams, host of Straight Talk Africa on VOA, and her guests explore the role of HBCUs in building new bridges between the United States and African countries.

Incoherence, incongruence, inconsistency, and indecisiveness are derailing the US-South Africa reset

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Professor Johnson granted Full Professorship

We are glad to announce that our Director, Krista Johnson, Ph.D. has been granted Full Professorship in the Department of African Studies at Howard University. Congratulations to Professor Johnson!
 

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Students of the first ever HU Zulu Study Abroad Program land in South Africa

Last week marked the beginning of the first ever Howard University Zulu in South Africa Study Abroad Program, led by Dr. Phiwokuhle Mnyandu! Nine students, eight of whom are of the Foreign Language and Areas Studies Fellowship (FLAS) recipients, will undergo a 6-week experiential study of the Zulu language and culture. Many thanks to CfAS Director, Professor Krista Johnson. Howard’s Center for African Studies remains at the forefront of cultural competency training to make our students competitive in the global economy. 

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Dr. Krista Johnson discussing South Africa and US Relations

RIPPED APART: South Africa and US Relations Implode
Webinar by South African Jewish Report
June 1, 2023

A few weeks ago, American ambassador to South Africa, Reuben E. Brigety II, accused South Africa of arming Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The rand plummeted to new lows and our tax-free AGOA access to the American market looks in deep jeopardy.