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The SAUTE Conference is set to take place at the University of Bern, Switzerland, bringing together colleagues and participants from various backgrounds to engage in meaningful discussions about the relationship between English languages and literatures in and from Africa. With Africa being home to 27 of its 54 countries using
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English as an official or secondary language and an impressive count of approximately 240 million English speakers, the conference aims to explore the complexities surrounding these figures. Additionally, Africa has produced four Nobel laureates who have made significant contributions to literature in English, highlighting the continent's rich literary landscape.
The conference, organized by PD Dr. Zoë Lehmann Imfeld, Dr. Gwynne Mapes, and Professor Crispin Thurlow from the Department of English, invites submissions that address various aspects of African scholarship, writers, and settings. However, it also welcomes broader perspectives from the Global South, making it an inclusive platform for diverse voices. The organizers emphasize the importance of reflecting on how English studies in Switzerland can respond to contemporary issues related to decoloniality and Southern theory. A dedicated space for discussion will be created to delve into these pressing topics, making this year's SAUTE Conference a vital opportunity for scholars and practitioners alike.
The conference, organized by PD Dr. Zoë Lehmann Imfeld, Dr. Gwynne Mapes, and Professor Crispin Thurlow from the Department of English, invites submissions that address various aspects of African scholarship, writers, and settings. However, it also welcomes broader perspectives from the Global South, making it an inclusive platform for diverse voices. The organizers emphasize the importance of reflecting on how English studies in Switzerland can respond to contemporary issues related to decoloniality and Southern theory. A dedicated space for discussion will be created to delve into these pressing topics, making this year's SAUTE Conference a vital opportunity for scholars and practitioners alike.
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Timings09:00 AM-06:00 PM (expected)Not Verified | Entry FeesCheck Official Website |
Estimated Turnout2000-5000 Delegates Based on previous editions | Event TypeConference |
EditionsJun 2025 InterestedFrequency Newly Listed | Official LinksWebsiteContacts Report Error Claim this event |
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