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Public history and memory-making initiatives in post-conflict Lesotho enhance social cohesion and reconciliation among different societal segments. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The research aims to understand the role of public history and memory-making in shaping identity and cohesion in post-conflict Lesotho.

March 4, 2026Open Access

Public History and Memory-Making in Post-Conflict Lesotho: An African Perspective

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The research aims to understand the role of public history and memory-making in shaping identity and cohesion in post-conflict Lesotho.
Qualitative approach using interviews
Participants include historians, community leaders, and local residents
Analysis focuses on perspectives and historical narratives
Public history initiatives enhance awareness of historical events
These initiatives promote social cohesion among different community segments
Reconciliation efforts are supported through memory-making activities

Abstract

Public history and memory-making are crucial in post-conflict societies as they shape collective identity and social cohesion. The study employs a qualitative approach, analysing interviews with historians, community leaders, and local residents. These initiatives not only enhance public awareness but also foster reconciliation and social cohesion among different segments of society. Further support for such projects is recommended to ensure comprehensive coverage of historical events and diverse perspectives.

Public History and Memory-Making in Post-Conflict Lesotho: An African Perspective

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