{"title":"Reginold A. Royston","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eReginold A. Royston\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author and scholar renowned for his contributions to the realm of \u003cstrong\u003ePan-African Futurism\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a unique blend of creativity and insight, Royston delves deep into the nuances of African cultural expressions, technology, and their intersection with futurism, offering readers a fresh perspective on educational and reference materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his thought-provoking works, Royston explores the vibrant tapestry of African diasporic communities and their innovative approaches to navigating contemporary challenges. His writings highlight the importance of cultural heritage and resilience, providing readers with a rich understanding of the dynamic relationships between tradition and modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for those curious about the future of African societies and their global impact, Reginold A. Royston's books are essential additions to any educational or reference library. Whether you are a student, educator, or simply an enthusiast of cultural studies, you will find his works to be enlightening and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the world of Pan-African Futurism and gain new insights with Reginold A. Royston as your guide. Explore our collection today to discover the intricate layers of his work and the thought-provoking themes that define his scholarly contributions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pan-african-futurism-by-reginold-a-royston-9780520423428","title":"Pan-African Futurism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGhana has been a crucial site of encounters between the West and Africa and a historic centre for twentieth-century Pan-African independence movements. Today, it has also emerged as an important node of technology-driven development in the Global South. Ghana's activist software developers and digital diaspora are redefining the role of technology, not simply as a means for economic growth, but as a tool for greater African political autonomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this rich ethnography, Reginold A. Royston uses the term \u003cem\u003ePan-African Futurism\u003c\/em\u003e to describe the redemptive ethos among technologists working on development projects on the ground in Africa today. Royston charts the explosion of mobile Internet access on the African continent, growing interest in African tech entrepreneurship, and the flowering of digital transnational ties. Ghana's Pan-African futurists advocate entrepreneurship and civil society activism as a means of \"hacking\" the kinds of socioeconomic development that have long been advocated by NGOs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing participant observation and interviews with tech developers on the ground and media producers in the diaspora, including in virtual spaces and with communities online, Royston provides a nuanced portrait of tech users focused on \"social good\" emanating from the Global South, expanding the discourse for contemporary Pan-African politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46871429677292,"sku":"9780520423428","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7454613482373.jpg?v=1759880459"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/reginold-a-royston.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}