FAQ About W.E.B. Du Bois

In the final years of his life, W.E.B. Du Bois developed a strong relationship with Ghana. He moved there in 1961 at the invitation of President Kwame Nkrumah, where he became involved in planning an Encyclopedia Africana. Du Bois' relocation to Ghana symbolized his deepening commitment to Pan-African ideas, connecting with the African continent both spiritually and politically. He became a Ghanaian citizen and lived there until his death in 1963, demonstrating his lifelong dedication to African and African Diaspora unity and empowerment.