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Africanfuturism

Africanfuturism is a way of imagining the future that is based on African cultures and traditions. Just like how we imagine what the future might look like when we grow up, Africanfuturism is also about imagining what the future might look like for African people and societies.

Imagine you are playing a game where you have to build a house using different materials. Africanfuturism is like choosing to use materials that are unique to your culture and traditions, like weaving baskets or building with mud and clay. Instead of just copying what others do, Africanfuturism values the importance of celebrating diversity and looking towards the future with our own unique identity.

Africanfuturism can take many forms in books, movies, art or music. It can include stories and characters that reflect African cultures and traditions, and explore the possibilities of what the future could hold. But no matter how it is shown, Africanfuturism is about celebrating the beauty and richness of African cultures, and imagining a future that is inclusive and diverse.