Africa’s scientific and spiritual traditions reach back thousands of years, from the astronomical systems of Timbuktu, to the healing sciences of East Africa, to the philosophical frameworks that shaped entire civilizations. This engagement explores how Ubuntu illuminates the deep connection between African science, spirituality and community well-being.
Moderated by Rodrigue Monti, this dialogue brings together leading voices from across the continent:
Speakers
1. Abdou Rahaman Dzelamonyuy
Exploring Africa’s indigenous scientific heritage, knowledge systems and the power of local wisdom
2. Anoubissi Jean de Dieu, Cameroon Chapter Head
Speaking on spirituality as a force for social cohesion, resilience and Pan-African cultural identity
Guest Speaker
Dr. Chinedu Chukwu - West Africa Regional Head of Chapters
Offering regional insights on how Ubuntu-driven knowledge frameworks can shape leadership, education and Africa’s long-term development
Focus of the Engagement
- Reclaiming Africa’s place as a global source of scientific knowledge
- Understanding spirituality as a practical system rooted in community and Ubuntu
- Connecting traditional wisdom with modern African innovation
- Strengthening Pan-African identity through shared intellectual heritage
- Envisioning how Ubuntu-based knowledge systems can shape Africa’s future
- This conversation invites Africans everywhere - scholars, youth, cultural custodians, and partners - to rediscover our intellectual inheritance and use it to build the Africa of tomorrow
Africa’s knowledge is ancient. Its future is ours to shape - together.