Wanachama wa akademia na elimu ya kisiasa wanatoa muhtasari mrefu wa sabu toenepotea kufikia uelewa bora wa Africa kwa kuzingatia kazi za kufikiri kutoka barani na diaspora. Mtandao wa akinafilosofa, historia, maadili ya kisiasa na uchambuzi wa kijinsia unasimulia...
The article explores the deeply rooted challenges facing justice systems across African nations, arguing that endemic injustice is perpetuating cycles of trauma and hindering progress. It highlights the disconnect between traditional African values of community and fairness, and the...
The article, titled 'La mirada del mendigo,' reflects on the relationship between power and justice, emphasizing that those who hold power rarely need to rely on justice to enforce their will. Drawing inspiration from Thucydides' account of the Peloponnesian...
At a programme held at Andhra University in Visakhapatnam on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, Andhra Pradesh State Right to Information (RTI) Commissioner P.S. Naidu emphasised that Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s ideals should not remain limited to commemorations but must...
Philosopher Julian Baggini critiques the pervasive instrumentalisation of intrinsically valuable activities such as art, sex, nature, and social bonds, where they are promoted primarily for extrinsic benefits like health, longevity, or wellbeing rather than their own merits. He cites...
Throughout his political career, Donald Trump has frequently made statements that are demonstrably false, from the birther conspiracy about Barack Obama to exaggerated claims about crowd sizes and policy achievements. These falsehoods largely went unchecked by his supporters, who...
In Tanzania and across Africa, leadership is changing. Today, being a leader is not only about strategy and managing tasks, but about inspiring transformation and nurturing people. Leaders need to begin within themselves, pausing daily to reflect on what...
The article by Udo Maryanne Okonjo takes readers through her reflections after thirty years of marriage, exploring how assumptions, love languages, and values evolve in long-term relationships. She begins by observing that many marriages become comfortable but intellectually lazy,...
If you're feeling disillusioned with the state of the world, you're not alone. For millennia, people have expressed frustration with issues like violence, poverty, and political turmoil. Ancient Greek and Roman philosophers were no strangers to this emotion. Heraclitus,...
The article reflects on the relevance of Jürgen Habermas’s theory of deliberative democracy in contemporary societies dominated by digital media, polarization, and algorithmic attention economies. It begins by noting that many now see Habermas’s ideal of rational public deliberation...
The article presents an excerpt from Ankit Kawade’s book The Ambedkar–Nietzsche Provocations: The Genius of the Chandala and the Gospel of the Superman. It explores how Friedrich Nietzsche and B.R. Ambedkar, two thinkers from vastly different contexts, interpreted the...
In this article, Father Raymond J. de Souza explores the moral underpinnings of Adam Smith's economic thought, highlighting the philosopher’s belief that self-interest and benevolence are not mutually exclusive. De Souza references Pierre Poilievre’s recent speech in London, where...
Jürgen Habermas, a towering figure in German philosophy and a profound influence on the nation’s post-war identity, has passed away at the age of 96. Known for his groundbreaking theory of political consensus-building, Habermas's intellectual contributions spanned seven decades,...
The article recounts a personal story of moral conflict and self-deception within a long-distance romantic relationship. The author, a philosophy professor, had been with her boyfriend, Tyler, for almost ten years. They moved to Florida for her academic career...
Sophie Oluwole (1935-2018) was a trailblazing Nigerian academic, the first woman in her country to earn a PhD in philosophy. She brought the rich Yoruba intellectual tradition into global academic conversations, challenging the male-dominated landscape of African philosophy. Oluwole...
This article explores the concept of happiness and the many ways it is defined and pursued in today's world. The author draws on philosophical and scientific perspectives, including his own research in the book 'Happiness, Unhappiness, and Chance'. He...
The article explores how authenticity has become a central value for today's youth, particularly Gen Z, with a Ernst & Young report showing over 90% prioritizing being true to oneself above other values. This emphasis is heightened in an...
The recent revelation of Noam Chomsky’s association with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has surprised many who admired Chomsky for his strong critique of US neo-imperialism and domestic elite power. Documents released as part of the so-called Epstein...
Sophie Oluwole (1935-2018) na one Nigerian scholar wey make history as the first woman wey get PhD for philosophy for Nigeria. She no only put Yoruba philosophical traditions for the world map, she also challenge how people dey think...
The article delves into the complex nature of happiness and how it is often defined in various contexts. It explores the mainstream view of happiness, which is largely influenced by consumerism, capitalism, and digital technologies. Today, many see happiness...
The article titled 'Pacem apellant' on the Spanish blog 'La mirada del mendigo' is a brief reflection on the hypocrisy of imperialism and the language used to justify domination and violence. It opens with a famous quote by the...
The article, written by Andreas Wehr and published on Rafael Poch de Feliu’s blog, reflects on the ideas of Marxist historian and philosopher Domenico Losurdo regarding the instrumentalization of the term 'terrorism' by Western powers. Losurdo, in his 2007...
