"Africa: the future geographic pivot of history?" Lecture by Dr. Rachid ACHACHI

As part of the lecture series, Wednesday April 24, 2024 was marked by a lecture by Dr. Rachid ACHACHI on the theme "Africa: the future geographic pivot of history?" at the Eco-campus of the Euromed University of Fes.

This reflection session brought together students from the University's different institutions, addressing several crucial questions concerning Africa's role in global geopolitics and its future.

Dr. Rachid ACHACHI began by defining the geostrategic characteristics of the Heartland and its impact on the global balance. He then highlighted Africa's major geographical strengths, emphasizing its position, natural resources and economic potential. He identified three major challenges for Africa's future: fighting poverty, improving education and strengthening infrastructure. The speaker also raised the question of rethinking Pan-Africanism on political, ideological or geographical levels, while reflecting on how to consider Africa geographically, asking whether it should be thought of in the plural (the Africas) or as a single geopolitical bloc.

This regular meeting with Dr. Achachi was an opportunity for our students to benefit from an enriching experience on various Pan-African topics.