Title: Reconciliation and Justice in Africa: Exploring New Opportunities for Local Contexts
Editor: Sipho Mahokoto and Christo Thesnaar
Imprint: Langham Global Library
Description
The world is groaning beneath a seemingly endless cycle of oppression and injustice. This is particularly evident in Africa, where colonization, racism, and violent conflicts have left deep scars on both nations and peoples. In this collection of essays, theologians from across Africa draw from their nations’ painful histories to grapple with the complex questions of reconciliation, forgiveness, and healing. Using examples of religious, ethnic, and tribal conflicts across the continent, these essays explore reconciliation and justice in the context of liberation theology, biblical studies, ecclesiology, and pastoral care. An excellent resource for peacemakers and academics alike, this book offers a powerful and contextualized vision of the gospel’s power to restore justice and offer true hope to a wounded world.
Endorsements
A powerful and timely contribution that speaks far beyond Africa’s borders. This is a courageous and thoughtful resource for anyone engaged in the work of peacebuilding and sustainable reconciliation.
Zeina M. Barakat, PhD
Executive Director, European Wasatia Graduate School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Europa-Universität Flensburg, Germany
This is a remarkable book. In light of the numerous violent conflicts of our times, presently and in the past, in Africa and beyond, reconciliation and justice is a topic of particular urgency. This book makes African voices visible and thereby shows outlines for the future of a theology that is truly global in its horizon.
Bishop Emeritus Heinrich Bedford-Strohm, PhD
Moderator, World Council of Churches; Extraordinary Professor, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa; Honourary Professor, University of Bamberg, Germany
This book, with contributions from authors of various African countries and contexts, is very timely and sorely needed. The theme of justice and reconciliation is discussed by scholars who are driven by logos, ethos, and pathos. This book from Africa is a gift to churches and societies in Africa and across the world.
Nico Koopman, DTh
Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Social Impact, Transformation and Personnel, Professor of Public Theology and Ethics, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
This collection offers authentic African perspectives on reconciliation and justice, highlighting the continent’s struggles with conflicts, economic issues, and the legacy of colonialism.
Joram Tarusarira, PhD
Associate Professor of Religion, Conflict and Peacebuilding, University of Groningen, Netherlands
