Priscille Djamfa (Cameroon)

Priscille Djamfa is a teacher-researcher, trainer and activist committed to eco-responsible publishing practices in Africa. Currently a doctoral candidate at the École Supérieure des Sciences et Techniques de l’Information et de la Communication (ESSTIC), she is known for her innovative research into the sociological uses of publishing and the convergence of practices. She is currently working on her doctoral thesis at ESSTIC on the sociological dimensions of publishing. Her work explores how publishing practices evolve and converge in different African contexts, and how these dynamics influence the production and dissemination of literature on the continent.

Her research makes a significant contribution to understanding the interactions between local publishing practices and global trends. In addition to her research, Priscille Djamfa is a trainer, sharing her expertise with students and professionals in the publishing sector. She is renowned for her innovative pedagogical approaches, focusing on the integration of sociological theories and concrete publishing practices. Her commitment to education and training is helping to prepare a new generation of publishing professionals in Africa.

It promotes the use of recycled materials and lowers the carbon footprint of printing and distribution operations, among other sustainable practices, throughout the publishing production chain. Its pledge is intended to increase industry players’ knowledge and encourage them to adopt more environmentally friendly practices. Owing to her numerous responsibilities, Priscille Djamfa is making a big difference in the African publishing sector. Her research enriches our understanding of publishing practices from a sociological perspective, while her training and campaigning activities aim to encourage the adoption of sustainable and responsible practices.

Priscille Djamfa embodies a new generation of researchers and publishing professionals in Africa, determined to transform and move the sector towards greater sustainability and inclusiveness. Her work aims to inspire and guide those seeking to understand and improve the African publishing landscape.