History

We specialize in the history of Central Africa and its international impact. Our research highlights new aspects of Africa’s rich history and seeks to challenge colonial stereotypes and contemporary forms of racism.

The results of our research are shared through publications, lectures, and exhibitions aimed at both specialist and general audiences. We strive to strengthen historical awareness as a pathway toward further decolonization.

Staff

Scientific personnel

  • Maarten Couttenier, Head of service
    Colonial history, African history, history of human sciences, museum history, DR Congo, Europe
  • Anne Cornet, Historian
    Colonial history, history of health, gender issues, colonial justice issues, Rwanda, DR Congo, Burundi
  • Bastiaan De Roo, Historian
  • Mathilde Leduc, Historian
    Colonial and post-colonial African history, history of exploration, postal history, DRC
  • Patricia Van Schuylenbergh, Historian
    Colonial history, environmental history, natural heritage, fauna history, history of representations (colonial film), DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi

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