Tracing Yemeni Migration to Africa: Symposium by Bab Al-Mandab Forum for Dialogue at Mokha Center
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On Friday, 21st January 2022, the Bab al-Mandab Forum for Dialogue, organized by the Mokha Center for Strategic Studies, held a symposium exploring “The Story of Yemeni Migration to Africa.” The event gathered a group of academics and thinkers with diverse backgrounds and expertise in the subject:
Dr. Nizar Ghanem: A doctor and artist specialized in Afro-Arab arts and music.
Mr. Jamal Anam: A Yemeni writer and diplomat.
Dr. Shakib Saleh: A researcher and university professor.
Professor Muhammad Abdul Qadir: An Eritrean journalist and researcher.
The symposium was skillfully managed and moderated by the renowned writer and journalist, Professor Hamid Al-Raqimi.
The discussions during the symposium delved into the historical and cultural aspects of Yemeni migration to Africa, shedding light on the unique experiences and contributions of Yemenis to African societies. The diverse expertise of the participants enriched the conversation, providing insights into the artistic, literary, academic, and journalistic dimensions of this migration narrative.
