Ghent University Nelson Mandela Lecture
with David Van Reybrouck, Mekondjo Kaapanda-Girnus, Lieselot Declercq & Adebayo Olukoshi
De Krook: Miriam Makebaplein 1, 9000 Gent
The Ghent University Mandela Lectures have become established public events in the city of Ghent. This year's lecture will take the form of a panel discussion, with the following speakers:
David Van Reybrouck, Belgian author and public intellectual
Adebayo O. Olukoshi, Professor in international politics and economic development
Mekondjo Kaapanda-Girnus, Former Namibian ambassador to Belgium
Lieselot Declercq, Entrepreneur and director of d-teach
They will discuss contemporary challenges related to geopolitics, trade relations, culture and entrepreneurship in Africa's relationship to Europe. The discussion will be facilitated by journalist John Vandaele.
The lecture will be followed by a networking reception.