Renowned African scholar, Professor Toyin Falola, has unveiled a free online global masterclass aimed at equipping scholars and researchers with intellectual and practical tools for studying Africa from diverse perspectives.

The initiative, titled “The Toyin Falola Masterclass on Studies of Africa,” is designed as a virtual learning platform where participants can engage with experts on critical debates about Africa’s past and present, as well as gain practical insights into research and knowledge production on the continent.

Speaking on the vision behind the programme, Falola said the masterclass is intended to reposition African studies within a more inclusive and self-reflective intellectual framework.

“This initiative is about restoring Africa to the centre of its own knowledge production. We must create spaces where scholars can interrogate inherited ideas, engage critically with history, and develop frameworks that speak to African realities,” he said.

The masterclass employs a dynamic approach to learning, which involves online learning. The learners are supposed to engage with renowned experts and fellow learners, creating a platform where all participate in exploring new ideas.