Karibu

By Diane Izabiliza, with Jenifa Simon.

What memories, experiences, and stories do you associate with Afroshops?

I’ve been going to Afroshops since I was a child—back then with my mother to buy phone cards, hair products, or matoke. For many, Afroshops are more than just stores: they are places of connection and community. But our patterns of consumption have changed. Many things are now available online; some products have disappeared or can be found elsewhere. At the same time, some Afroshops have gained new customers, while others are under pressure due to rising rents and changes in the neighborhoods.

What do these changes mean for us as people who use Afroshops?

In this workshop, I invite you to share your perspective, connect with others, and collaboratively develop material for an essay film. With your consent, audio recordings will be made and may be used in the film. Refreshments, including chai and puff-puffs, will be provided.

Come by, share your story, and become part of a project by and for us. (Diane Izabiliza)

This workshop is open to anyone with personal or family connections to Afroshops, especially those who identify as migrants, Afro-German, Black, or as people of color.

The workshop will be held in German and, if needed, in English.

Diane Izabiliza is a cultural studies scholar, curator, and filmmaker. Her work focuses on racism, cultures of memory, and gender.

Jenifa Simon is a supervisor, anti-discrimination consultant, and educational facilitator with a focus on critical perspectives on racism, empowerment, and gender equality. Jenifa holds a B.A. in directing and an M.A. in socio-cultural studies. 

Participation is free. Sign up online.

Either send a short message and write 1–2 sentences about yourself to afroshop.sinema@gmail.com or register online via this  form.