Centre for Latin American Studies, UG

The Director of the Centre for Latin American Studies, Prof.Benedicta Lomotey and Dr. Didier Noa at the Brazilian Embassy to discuss planning of ICALLAS 2026 (International Conference on Afro-Hispanic, Luso-Brazilian, and Latin American Studies) with Mr. Alexandre Souto, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil in Accra,Ghana.

Book Launch Summary: El laberinto patriarcal de las violencias:
antes y durante la pandemia
Desde perspectivas feministas y de género

Date: Dec 8, 2025
Organizers: Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo (Mexico) & University of Ghana, Centre for Latin American Studies

This virtual event presented a feminist analysis of patriarchal violence before and during the pandemic. Scholars from Mexico, Ghana, and Equatorial Guinea discussed the book's contributions to gender studies, highlighting intersections of patriarchy, coloniality, and resistance in Latin America and Africa. The session facilitated cross-regional dialogue and concluded with an open Q&A.

The IBERO-American Cuba Film Festival was held on Thursday, 27th November 2025 by the Centre for Latin American Studues at the Reginald Amonoo Building , University of Ghana. The program brought together students, faculty members, diplomats, and film enthusiasts to celebrate Cuban cinema and Ibero-American culture.

The event commenced at 4:00 p.m. with the arrival of guests. This was followed by an activity of trivia games and a Cuban themed dress contest. The formal session began at 5:30 p.m. with opening remarks by the Cuban Ambassador His Excellency Julio Enrique Pujol Torres, who emphasized the power of film in fostering cultural understanding and the role of cinema in strengthening Cuba–Ghana relations within the broader Ibero-American community.

Following the remarks, participants engaged in an interactive trivia game segment based on Cuban history, culture, music, and film. The activity attracted strong participation from students and helped create a lively and engaging atmosphere.

The main feature presentation was a Cuban film addressing themes of resilience and social transformation. The screening explored historical narratives and contemporary life in Cuba, prompting thoughtful reflection from the audience. After the movie, a brief discussion session was held, during which students and faculty reflected on shared post-colonial experiences and cultural connections between Cuba and Ghana.

The program concluded at 7:00 p.m. with closing remarks from the organizers, who expressed appreciation to the Embassy of Cuba and all participants for making the festival a success.

The IBERO-American Brazil Film Festival was held on Thursday , 20th November 2025 at the Centre for Latin American Studies Auditorium, University of Ghana. The program brought together students, faculty members, diplomats, and film enthusiasts to celebrate Brazilian cinema and Ibero-American culture.

The event commenced at 4:00 p.m. with the arrival of guests. This was followed by an activity of trivia games and a Brazilian themed dress contest The formal session began at 5:30 p.m. with opening remarks by the Brazilian Ambassador to Ghana, who emphasized the importance of cultural exchange through film and the role of cinema in strengthening Brazil–Ghana relations within the broader Ibero-American community.

Following the remarks, participants engaged in an interactive trivia game segment based on Brazilian history, culture, music, and film. The activity attracted strong participation from students and helped create a lively and engaging atmosphere.

The main feature presentation was a Brazilian film addressing the theme of racism and racial inequality in Brazil. The screening highlighted historical and contemporary struggles of Afro-Brazilian communities and sparked strong emotional responses from the audience. After the movie, a brief discussion session was held, during which students and faculty reflected on the similarities between racial experiences in Brazil and Ghana.

The program concluded at 7:00 p.m. with closing remarks from the organizers, who expressed appreciation to the Embassy of Brazil and all participants for making the festival a success.

Join us at the 9th Iberoamerican Film Festival at the University of Ghana, Legon!

🇧🇷 Brazil Movie Night – 20 Nov, 4 PM
🇨🇺 Cuba Movie Night – 27 Nov, 4 PM
📍 University of Ghana, Reginald Amonoo Building

🎟️ Free entry, popcorn & drinks! 🍿🥤

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The UG Centre for Latin American Studies (CLAS), in collaboration with the Embassy of Peru in Ghana, brought literature to life on Thursday, 7th August 2025, with a seminar titled “Words Across Worlds: A Tribute to Mario Vargas Llosa” at Casa Hispánica, University of Ghana.
H.E. Liliana Gómez de Weston, Ambassador of Peru to Ghana, opened the event with inspiring remarks that set the tone for an afternoon of cultural reflection. The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Jonathan Quevedo Tello, Head of Chancery and Consular Section of the Embassy of Peru, who explored the enduring influence of Vargas Llosa’s work. Guided by moderator Mrs. Josephine Ofori, the discussion highlighted how literature transcends borders and fosters dialogue across cultures.
The seminar drew a diverse audience of students, scholars, and diplomats, reaffirming CLAS’s mission to serve as a hub for cultural exchange and its commitment to deepening Latin American–African connections.