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Africa is a continent rich in history, traditions and cultural values that have shaped the identity of its peoples over the centuries. At the heart of this identity lies the African woman, long regarded as the guardian of traditions, the educator of generations and one of the fundamental pillars of social cohesion.However, the profound historical, social and cultural changes the continent has undergone - from the slave trade to colonisation, via globalisation and the digital revolution - have gradually transformed traditional norms and redefined women's place in contemporary African society. Caught between loyalty to the values inherited from their ancestors and a desire for emancipation, education, political participation and economic autonomy, African women today find themselves at the crossroads of two worlds: that of African identity and that of modernity.Through a critical and engaged analysis, this book examines the tensions, challenges and opportunities arising from this sometimes complex encounter between tradition and modernity.