Amplifying African Knowledge

About UM6P Press

At IAS, we are proud to support UM6P Press, a dynamic publishing initiative dedicated to amplifying African scholarship and literature. By providing a platform for researchers, writers, and intellectuals connected to Africa, UM6P Press facilitates the global dissemination of knowledge and fosters intellectual exchange.

A Commitment to African Literature

As part of our collaboration with the Marrakech African Literature Festival, UM6P Press contributes to the African Literatures Collection, a groundbreaking initiative to ensure low-cost publishing and broad dissemination of African literature. This effort is supported by key partners, including OIF, JIMSAAN (founded by Felwine Sarr), Mémoires d’encriers (Canada), Barzakh (Algeria), Elizade (Tunisia), and forthcoming contributors from Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, and beyond.

Collections

UM6P Press has established five key collections, each dedicated to advancing knowledge in distinct fields:

PhD Series – Showcasing groundbreaking doctoral research.
Science & Philosophy – Exploring the intersections of scientific discovery and philosophical thought.
Applied Sciences – Highlighting innovations with practical applications.
Critical Studies – Engaging with contemporary social, political, and cultural debates.
Literature – Celebrating storytelling and literary expression from across the continent.

Edited Books

Curated Knowledge: Exploring Ideas Through Edited Volumes

UM6P Press is committed to publishing edited volumes that bring together expert insights on pressing issues. These books feature contributions from multiple authors, providing interdisciplinary perspectives and fostering academic discourse. Our edited books span a wide range of topics, from scientific advancements to cultural critiques, and serve as valuable resources for researchers, educators, and general readers alike.