Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation

The Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation (IPATC) is a centre of excellence at the University of Johannesburg, providing a forum for scholars, practitioners, and civil society actors across Africa and its Diaspora to dialogue and contribute to the rigorous production and dissemination of Pan-African knowledge and culture.

The Institute aims to promote original and innovative Pan-African ideas and critical dialogue in pursuit of global excellence in research and teaching, and to contribute actively to building an international profile for the University of Johannesburg on Pan-African issues.