Théophile Obenga
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Summary
Théophile Obenga was born on February 2, 1936[1], in Republic of the Congo[2]. He has worked as a politician[3], historian[4], egyptologist[5], and linguist[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (657 views/month, #7,285 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: 1936[8]
- Country of citizenship: Republic of the Congo[9]
- Field of work: Egyptology[10], linguistics[11], history[12], politics[13]
- Position held: minister[14]
- Employer: San Francisco State University[15]
- Educated at: Faculty of Arts of Paris[16], University of Geneva[17], University of Pittsburgh[18], University of Bordeaux[19]
- Award received: Prix Georges-Bruel[20]
- Sex or gender: male[21]
- Commons category: Théophile Obenga[22]
- Family name: Category:Obenga (surname)[23]
- Given name: Théophile[24]
- Described by source: Dictionary of African Biography[25], Africa: An Encyclopedic Reference[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[27]
Why It Matters
Théophile Obenga has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Théophile Obenga born?
Théophile Obenga's place of birth was Republic of the Congo[2].
What did Théophile Obenga do for work?
Théophile Obenga worked as a politician[3], historian[4], egyptologist[5], and linguist[6].
Where did Théophile Obenga go to school?
Théophile Obenga was educated at Faculty of Arts of Paris[16], University of Geneva[17], University of Pittsburgh[18], and University of Bordeaux[19].
What awards did Théophile Obenga receive?
Honors received include Prix Georges-Bruel[20].