Open access to information on African restitution

The Open Restitution Project is an Africa-led project seeking to open up access to information on the restitution of African material culture and human ancestors, to empower all stakeholders involved to make knowledge-based decisions.

Stories and Insights on African restitution

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Over 1,000,000 known African artefacts unwillingly held outside the continent. Of these, less than 1,000 have been returned...

Restitution is essential for addressing historical injustices rooted in colonialism and imperialism. Open Restitution Africa combines technology, social impact, and responsible data stewardship to empower stakeholders with high-quality research and real-time data.

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  • African Voices in Restitution

    Africans are involved in numerous activities that seek to advance the restitution of our belongings and human ancestors. The region in which these activities are undertaken influences what outcome is pursued, the frameworks that apply, who is involved.

  • Podcasts

    This series attempts to unpack the necessary care and ethics required when seeking to digitise African heritage, particularly in the age of restitution.

  • Videos

    A short-film series that delves into the complexities, processes, and conversations surrounding the restitution of African material culture and human ancestors.

  • Webinars

    Our webinars feature leading voices from Africa like Nana Oforiatta Ayim, El Hadji Malick Ndiaye, and Mulenga Kapwepwe, spotlighting under-represented African perspectives on restitution.

  • Reports

    Our report discusses the range and political influence of African narratives over many decades as the leading impetus behind heritage restitution.

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