AFRICA
Digital Encyclopedia
Digital Encyclopedia
About the Project
The "Africa" Digital Encyclopedia
The "Africa" Digital Encyclopedia is being developed as a unified electronic resource where residents of Russia and CIS countries can access comprehensive information about the African continent.
This project aims to meet the growing demand for reliable information about Africa, benefiting millions of people. It will foster stronger ties between nations and promote the development of Russian-African cooperation.
This project aims to meet the growing demand for reliable information about Africa, benefiting millions of people. It will foster stronger ties between nations and promote the development of Russian-African cooperation.
The encyclopedia will present
information about African countries in a format designed to appeal to entrepreneurs, investors, experts, journalists, tourists, students, and anyone with an interest in Africa.
Our articles will be written by professional authors, with contributions from leading experts in relevant academic and educational institutions, media companies, and organizations.
Our articles will be written by professional authors, with contributions from leading experts in relevant academic and educational institutions, media companies, and organizations.
Articles on the economy and business will be authored by entrepreneurs actively working with African partners.
The digital encyclopedia will cover topics such as the history, geography, climate, natural resources, economy, political systems, science and education, culture, and sports of African countries.
Each country section will also feature a message from the nation's leader and a page dedicated to its diplomatic mission in Russia.
The digital encyclopedia will cover topics such as the history, geography, climate, natural resources, economy, political systems, science and education, culture, and sports of African countries.
Each country section will also feature a message from the nation's leader and a page dedicated to its diplomatic mission in Russia.
The project will be overseen by Konstantin Petrovich Klimenko-Bogdanov, Rector of the Eurasian International University and Chairman of the Coordinating Council of the International Network "House of Africa."
The encyclopedia’s creation will involve editors and specialists from the Eurasian International University, staff from the "House of Africa" in Moscow, researchers from the Institute of Africa at the Russian Academy of Sciences, journalists from international media, students and postgraduates from the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, and embassy representatives from African nations based in Moscow.
The encyclopedia’s creation will involve editors and specialists from the Eurasian International University, staff from the "House of Africa" in Moscow, researchers from the Institute of Africa at the Russian Academy of Sciences, journalists from international media, students and postgraduates from the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, and embassy representatives from African nations based in Moscow.
The Encyclopedia Will Consist of the Following Sections:
General Information
This section provides an overview of Africa as a continent, including its natural environment, population, general statistics, and information about African international organizations.
History
A section covering the socio-historical processes of African peoples, state formations before colonization, descriptions of the political and social life during the colonial era, and the continent's modern development.
Climate
This section discusses the living conditions on the continent, from coastal regions to deserts, savannas, mountains, and tropical rainforests.
Geography
A section about the population, ethnic, religious, and cultural composition of Africa. It also covers the land, landscapes, mountains, forests, rivers, and deserts.
Natural Resources
This section delves into Africa’s natural wealth, the extraction and utilization of its natural resources.
Economy
Information on economic development, established industries, infrastructure, business opportunities, and the financial environment for entrepreneurship.
Science and Education
This section covers advancements in education and achievements in the field of science.
Sports
Here, you'll find information about Africa’s achievements in sports, the development of new sports, and sports organizations and events.
Culture
A section dedicated to African art, national traditions, and everyday life.
Rankings
A section featuring statistics and comparisons of achievements in various fields such as investment, economy, sports, and healthcare.
Country-Specific Sections
Each country will have its own section covering geography, political systems, religion, resources, economy, investment potential, science and education, healthcare, sports, and tourism.
How to Become an Author
Authors of the encyclopedia articles can include:
Africanist scholars
Journalists writing about Africa
Experts in international relations and African economies
Staff and students from relevant universities
Entrepreneurs with experience working in Africa
To become an author for the African encyclopedia, please submit:
- A resume (including information about yourself and why you are interested in Africa)
- Copies of educational documents
- A list of publications
- The country and subsection* of Africa you intend to cover.
*Subsections: geography, political system, religion, resources, economy, investment potential, science and education, healthcare, sports, tourism.
For detailed information on collaboration terms and contract agreements, please send a request to afrocongress@mail.ru.
Information for Partners
We offer partners and advertisers the opportunity to become sponsors of the encyclopedia or specific country sections.
Sponsorship options include individual sections and subsections.
Sponsorship options include individual sections and subsections.
Sponsorship Rates:
Additional participation terms are open for discussion.
Volunteer Author Application Form
Full Name (Surname, First Name, Middle Name)
Date of Birth
Passport Details No.
Issued by: ______________________ Date of Issue: ____________
Place of Residence (Registration)
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
Education (Higher, Secondary)
Name of Educational Institution, Year of Graduation, Degree/Field of Study
Academic Degree (if applicable)
Current Place of Employment (or Study), Position
Published Works in Media and Social Networks
Please attach links to publications.
Criminal Record
Status as a Foreign Agent (if applicable)
Contact Information
Phone (WhatsApp)
I am willing to contribute by preparing materials for the creation of the Electronic Encyclopedia for the following region:
_______________________ (Specify region)
I hereby confirm that all the information provided is accurate and consent to the verification, processing, and storage of my personal data.
Signature_________________________________________
Sponsor Application Form
Full Name (Surname, First Name, Middle Name)
Date of Birth
Passport Details No.
Issued by: ______________________ Date of Issue: ____________
Place of Residence (Registration)
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
Education (Higher, Secondary)
Name of Educational Institution, Year of Graduation, Degree/Field of Study
Academic Degree (if applicable)
Current Place of Employment (or Study), Position
Published Works in Media and Social Networks
Please attach links to publications.
Criminal Record
Status as a Foreign Agent (if applicable)
Contact Information
Email
Phone (WhatsApp)
I am willing to contribute by preparing materials for the creation of the Electronic Encyclopedia for the following region:
_______________________ (Specify region)
I hereby confirm that all the information provided is accurate and consent to the verification, processing, and storage of my personal data.
Signature_______________________
Date of Birth
Passport Details No.
Issued by: ______________________ Date of Issue: ____________
Place of Residence (Registration)
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
Education (Higher, Secondary)
Name of Educational Institution, Year of Graduation, Degree/Field of Study
Academic Degree (if applicable)
Current Place of Employment (or Study), Position
Published Works in Media and Social Networks
Please attach links to publications.
Criminal Record
Status as a Foreign Agent (if applicable)
Contact Information
Phone (WhatsApp)
I am willing to contribute by preparing materials for the creation of the Electronic Encyclopedia for the following region:
_______________________ (Specify region)
I hereby confirm that all the information provided is accurate and consent to the verification, processing, and storage of my personal data.
Signature_______________________
Contacts
Contact Information
Diplomatic Faculty of the Eurasian International University:
Moscow, Sredny Tishinsky lane, building 14, House of Africa
afrocongress.ru afrocongress@mail.ru
+7-495-116-02-60
+7-916-420-15-55 (WhatsApp)
Diplomatic Faculty of the Eurasian International University:
Moscow, Sredny Tishinsky lane, building 14, House of Africa
afrocongress.ru afrocongress@mail.ru
+7-495-116-02-60
+7-916-420-15-55 (WhatsApp)
