Drinking from the Cosmic Gourd

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Challenging colonial and apartheid ideologies, this work explores how these frameworks impact African identity and knowledge production in academia. It critiques the dismissal of popular African traditions by intellectual elites and advocates for alternative knowledge systems that embrace Africa's creativity and potential. By utilizing Amos Tutuola's narratives, the book promotes a dialogue between diverse knowledge traditions, emphasizing the importance of conviviality and interdependence in fostering a more inclusive understanding of African realities.