Rudolph Kuper passed away on 14 April 2026. A leading figure in Saharan archaeology, he dedicated over five decades to interdisciplinary research in northeastern Africa, initiating and developing major research programmes, advancing the study of Holocene environments, and playing a key role in international scholarly collaboration. A committed mentor, he trained generations of researchers and supported academic development, particularly in Egypt. His work leaves a lasting impact on African prehistoric studies.

International Conference ‘Engraving Bones in Prehistoric Times’, 6–8 May 2026, PETRI Berlin, Kleine Gertrudenstraße 8, 10178 Berlin. Audit only – attendance fee is €10 and must be paid at the entrance in cash. Please register by 30 April.

Registration and calls for papers for the upcoming XXI UISPP World Congress, which will take place from August 31st to September 4th, 2026 in Poznań, Poland, are now open. You are warmly invited to submit your paper proposals via the conference website at: https://uispp2026.syskonf.pl/