Shi’i cosmopolitanism in Africa : Lebanese Migration and Religious Conversion in Senegal (original) (raw)

This work explores Lebanese Shi'i cosmopolitanism in Africa, focusing on the historical migration and religious conversion of Lebanese communities in Senegal. By analyzing the roles of Muslim interpreters during the French colonial period, it highlights the complexities of identity formation and cultural negotiation in a colonial context. The study contributes to the understanding of migration trends and the interplay of religion, colonialism, and cultural identity, while utilizing ethnographic research and archival sources to shed light on the Lebanese presence in Senegal.