Abdourahman Waberi

Abdourahman Waberi is an Associate Professor of French renowned for his contributions to Francophone literature and cultural studies. His works explore themes of identity, postcolonialism, and transnational cultural dynamics through novels, poetry, and essays. He has been affiliated with multiple prestigious institutions including Claremont McKenna College and Wellesley College as a fellow, and has held residencies at the Freie Universität Berlin and the Villa Médicis in Rome.

• Research focuses on 20th/21st century French literature, Francophone cinema, and creative writing pedagogy
• Recipient of over 20 major literary awards including the Prix Renaudot, English Pen Translation Award, and DAAD Berliner Künstlerprogramm
• Over 15 published books translated into 5+ languages, addressing topics ranging from African diaspora experiences to existential inquiries

His academic essays critically examine contemporary African literary ecosystems and cultural migration processes. Current projects include a film adaptation of his work Sankara with filmmaker Hicham Ayouch.