Inauguration
of
the Headquarters
of
African Knowledge Holders in Bamako

In Bamako in Mali, a 5-story building, among the most imposing in Bamako, built on an area of 500 m², is now the pride of true holders of African occult knowledge

            This Thursday, February 8, the city of Bamako attracted all attention with a grandiose and historic event for Africa: the inauguration of the Headquarters of African Knowledge Holders. This new establishment, which aims to promote and celebrate African knowledge and traditions, was officially opened during a magnificent ceremony which brought together dignitaries, intellectuals and enthusiasts of African culture.

         For the occasion, the President of Mali delivered a moving speech on the importance of reserving and promoting ancestral African knowledge. He stressed that the Headquarters of African Knowledge Holders will serve as a meeting and exchange place for researchers, artists and teachers who wish to contribute to the influence of African culture in the world.

         This is obviously a moral duty for the former colonial powers. It also marks recognition of past wrongs and allows concrete steps to be taken now to right the injustices committed. Through restitution, the countries having removed these works of art from their continent of origin recognize that African people are the rightful owners of their cultural heritage and that their history must be celebrated and protected.

              The guests of honor had the opportunity to visit the different spaces of the headquarters which notably houses a library rich in ancient works, exhibition rooms dedicated to traditional African crafts and conference spaces for intellectual debates. Artistic performances, organized to celebrate this inauguration, perfectly highlighted the diversity of African cultural expressions.

            Professor Mamadou Babou Niang, president of the Network of African Occult Knowledge Holders and supreme leader of African magic, but also initiator and donor for the creation of the Headquarters of African Knowledge Holders, expressed his gratitude to all those who contributed to the culmination of this ambitious project. He affirmed that this establishment symbolizes a firm commitment to the preservation and transmission of African cultural heritage for future generations.

         The headquarters' mission is: to conserve and protect the knowledge, traditions and ancestral practices specific to Africa so that they are not neither forgotten nor lost, to celebrate and honor African knowledge. It will help strengthen the cultural identity of African communities and promote a sense of pride and belonging.

           This inauguration therefore marks the beginning of a new era of promoting intellectual and artistic excellence in Africa. The event will be remembered as a symbol of pride and unity for all lovers of African knowledge.

Durand BIYONG