Xavier Sandouidi

Xavier Sandouidi is a doctoral candidate specializing in semiotics and has contributed significantly to discussions on cultural diplomacy and media resilience in Africa. At the UACO 2025 conference, he emphasized the role of the Festival Panafricain du Cinéma et de la Télévision de Ouagadougou (FESPACO) as a vital communication tool for promoting African sovereignty and addressing the socio-economic challenges faced by Sahelian states.