ABSTRACT

This paper explores the concept of negritude in the philosophy of Leopold Senghor, a seminal figure in African intellectual history. The paper examines how Senghor's notion of Negritude seeks to reclaim and revalue African cultural heritage and identity, challenging dominant Western narratives that have historically marginalized African experiences. The paper is a critical analysis of Senghor's writings. It attempts to uncover his quest for an authentic African narratives that reconciles the complexities of colonialism, cultural assimilation, and black consciousness. The investigation of the paper reveals the tensions and possibilities in Senghor's Negritude philosophy, shedding light on its enduring relevance in contemporary debates about African identity, decolonization, and the politics of cultural representation.