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"The palaver is not merely a conversation; it is a way of seeking justice through dialogue."

— Jean-Godefroy Bidima

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"Justice cannot exist where dialogue is impossible."

"Africa's philosophical traditions continue to offer resources for addressing contemporary challenges."

"Memory is not only about the past; it is a responsibility toward the future."

"Philosophy begins when we learn to listen to the voice of the other."

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