On 3 May, H.E. Ambassador Nana Rosine Ivouba Née Ngangoue, Ambassador of the Republic of Congo to the Kingdom of Sweden, visited the Nordic Africa Institute in Uppsala, one of the leading research centers in Europe dedicated to the study of Africa.
The Ambassador was welcomed by Dr Therese Sjomander, Director of the Institute, with whom she held discussions on the importance of strengthening academic dialogue between Africa and the Nordic region. Their exchange highlighted the role that research institutions play in deepening understanding of the continent’s societies, economies, and cultures.
During the visit, the Ambassador was given a tour of the Institute’s renowned research library, which houses more than 90,000 volumes dedicated to Africa. The collection includes works from across the continent, including publications authored by Congolese scholars, reflecting the contribution of Congolese voices to academic research and intellectual life.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity to explore avenues for continued dialogue between the Republic of Congo and Nordic academic institutions, while recognizing the importance of research and knowledge in shaping informed perspectives on Africa.
The Embassy of the Republic of Congo expresses its appreciation to the Nordic Africa Institute for its warm welcome and for the important work it carries out in advancing scholarship on Africa.