從一單一字母到神秘的符號系統，圖像設計家 Saki Mafundikwa 為我們舉行了一場跨越非洲大陸各書寫文字的對話，他特別強調這些書寫文字背後所隱藏的歷史與文化遺產，並力勸非洲的設計家們用更創新的靈感來詮釋這些圖像！全講最後總結到他最愛的一個迦納文字 -- Sankofa，代表著「回到過去並帶回有用的東西」，也就是「從歷史中學習」！

古非洲文字的智慧與優雅

Africa holds a rich and largely unrecognized tradition of written language, from sacred symbols like Nsibidi to the intricate Adinkra proverbs. Some African scripts, such as those developed by the Vai of Liberia and the Bamum of Cameroon, predate European contact and even challenge the timeline of the first alphabet’s invention. Many African designers look outward for inspiration, overlooking a wealth of indigenous creativity. By embracing the continent’s own visual heritage, new generations can create authentic and powerful design.