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The Evolution of Philosophical Thought in Post-Colonial Senegal

Fatoumata Mbacké, Department of Research, Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), Dakar Muhammadou Sallée, Department of Advanced Studies, Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), Dakar Seydou Ngom, Institut Pasteur de Dakar Diop Diarra, Department of Advanced Studies, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Dakar
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18898121
Published: January 20, 2009

Abstract

The field of African Studies has expanded to include a rich tapestry of philosophical thought from post-colonial Africa, with Senegal serving as a notable case study. The methodology involves a comprehensive review of published works from academic journals, books, and conference proceedings. A thematic analysis is conducted to identify key themes and trends within these texts. A significant proportion (35%) of the reviewed literature focuses on existentialist perspectives, with particular emphasis on issues related to identity and cultural continuity. The research reveals a dynamic interplay between traditional Senegalese values and contemporary philosophical discourses, reflecting the complex socio-political context of post-colonial Senegal. Future studies should consider incorporating more qualitative data to provide deeper insights into the lived experiences of philosophers in post-colonial Senegal.

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Fatoumata Mbacké, Muhammadou Sallée, Seydou Ngom, Diop Diarra (2009). The Evolution of Philosophical Thought in Post-Colonial Senegal. African Journal of Translation and Interpreting Studies, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18898121

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AfricanizationDecolonial TheoryPostcolonial StudiesPan-AfricanismPhilosophy of HistorySpatial AnalysisTransnational Perspectives

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