Day 2

Othered Subjectivities in the Age of Hyperimperialism

6th October 2026

Day’s presentation

Africa in an Unraveling World

This opening session will set the stage for the second day by critically examining the contemporary world order through an African lens. It will explore the emerging dynamics of ā€œhyperimperialismā€ā€”a term suggesting a new, more intense phase of global power imbalances and geopolitical maneuvering—and analyze its specific manifestations and impacts on the African continent.

ROUND TABLE 3


Foundations of Alternatives: Re(constructing) the Architecture of Democracy and Development from Africa

This session will go beyond analysis to propose political alternatives rooted in African realities. It will critically assess current models of democracy and development, often imposed or influenced from the outside, in order to propose endogenous models of democracy and development adapted to local contexts, historical legacies, and the aspirations of African peoples. Emphasis will be placed on participatory approaches, citizen movements, and the potential of governance structures that empower African citizens and prioritize their well-being.

ROUND TABLE 4


(Im)Mobility: Towards Radical Articulations of Citizenship and PluralityThe Evolution of Digital Progress: Access, Aesthetics, and Citizenship

This roundtable will bring together artists and activists for a dynamic roundtable discussion on the complex interrelationships between movement, belonging, and a shared future. The concept of ā€œ(im)mobilityā€ acknowledges the multifaceted nature of migration, displacement, and the constant flow of human populations. The speakers will share their artistic perspectives and practices on how migration challenges conventional notions of citizenship and universalism, and how cultural pluralism can be both a source of tension and enrichment. The discussion will explore how art and knowledge production are powerful tools for fostering empathy, bridging divides, and imagining new forms of collective belonging and shared responsibility for the commons in an increasingly interconnected and mobile world.

Speakers

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