Oyeronke Oyewumi

Oyeronke Oyewumi is a distinguished Nigerian scholar and feminist who studies African history, culture, and gender relations. She challenges traditional Western narratives about Africa by highlighting the continent’s rich and diverse social structures. Oyewumi emphasizes that African societies, like the Yoruba, have unique ways of organizing family, gender roles, and leadership, often differing from Western norms. Her work aims to reshape understanding of African identity, emphasizing indigenous perspectives and promoting gender equality. She is respected for her insightful contributions to African studies and for advocating the recognition of Africa’s complex history and social systems.