Between fashion and cultural heritage, the importance of archiving as a preservation tool

In this conversation, textile artist Marième Mboup brings together two creative voices—Fatou Alhya Diagne (researcher and founder of IAMFAD) and Ismaël Mallé (founder of Kibaru Studios). Together, they explore the links between fashion, culture, and research.

In a world that constantly values novelty, how can we honor cultural heritage? What role does archiving play in the research practices of contemporary African artists? And how does the African diaspora contribute to the preservation and representation of African culture?