Abstract
This paper investigates the dynamic convergence of oral tradition and new media within the context of digital storytelling in Francophone Africa. Grounded in age-old practices of communal narratives and cultural transmission, oral storytelling has experienced a resurgence through digital platforms, including social media, Tiktok, podcasts, and multimedia productions. This integration facilitates the preservation, revitalisation, and worldwide dissemination of indigenous narratives while promoting vibrant cultural dialogues across different generations. The study analyses how digital storytelling incorporates traditional African oral forms with modern technologies to develop hybrid narratives that transcend local limitations. It also tackles important issues that influence the changing landscape, such as digital access, authenticity, language diversity, and cultural ownership. Lastly, the paper emphasises the significance of digital storytelling as a transformative force in preserving and recreating Francophone Africa's rich legacy for a globalised digital age by showcasing current academic findings and real-world experiences.
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Opara, Moses Chibueze Odogwu
(2025)
"Blending Oral Tradition And New Media In Digital Storytelling In Francophone Africa,"
Tête à Tête: Journal of Francophone Studies: Vol. 4, Article 7.
Available at:
https://repository.lsu.edu/tete_a_tete/vol4/iss1/7
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