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Theology at the University of Pretoria - 100 years: (1917-2017) Past, present and future
In this scholarly book, a century’s theology presented by the Faculty of Theology at the University of Pretoria, is celebrated. All authors are academics or research associates of the University of Pretoria. A historical and futuristic overview with perspectives from the past, present and future, are examined. The past is not only portrayed by means of societal and scientific contributions and achievements, but the authors also reflect on malfunctions, ill behaviour and disappointments of church and theology, presented at the University of Pretoria within the South African context over 100 years. The book commences with a chapter in which institutional transformation is discussed, as well ...
Theologies of Childhood and the Children of Africa
The purpose of this book is to combine perspectives of scholars from Africa on Child Theologies from a variety of theological sub-disciplines to provide some theological and ministerial perspectives on this topic. The book disseminates original research and new developments in this study field, especially as relevant to the African context. In the process it addresses also the global need to hear voices from Africa in this academic field. It wants to convey the importance of considering Africa’s children in theologising. The different chapters represent diverse methodologies but the central and common focus is to approach the subject from the viewpoint of Africa’s children. The individua...
Zebras Never Die
Zebras Never Die is a fictional narrative drawing parallels between developments in the state of Zimbabwe and the history and experiences of an ordinary national, Gura Masango. The main theme of the book is the resilience and humanity of the Bajwe people, the natives of Zimbabwe, as characterised by Gura and his ancestry, under both colonial and postcolonial oppression. The cultural values evident in the work ethic and generosity of Gura and his kinsmen prove to be the ultimate basis for the survival and future prospects of the nation, as opposed to the war of liberation--which, indeed, achieved political freedom and initially seemed to have delivered the promise of everlasting prosperity but was hijacked, through contrived institutional arrangements, by Batho ("father of the people") Mokaba and his cohort, who, for three decades, looted the wealth of the nation and felt unaccountable for the free fall of the economy.
Transformation of a Village
In Transformation of a Village, experience the evolution of Adoma, an African village on the brink of change. When the elders alter the age-old system of selecting rulers, choosing merit over lineage, a ripple of discord sweeps through the community. Reluctantly crowned the new chief, city-bred John navigates a path of tradition and modernity, aiming to uplift his village through self-help projects. But as he soon discovers, the road to progress demands alliances beyond the village borders, pulling the Central government into their fold to accelerate Adoma’s journey towards a new dawn. Through a blend of suspense and drama, this tale explores the pulse of a community amidst a changing world.
Where Others Wavered
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