The African Philosophy of Science
The University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation (IPATC), South Africa, in collaboration with the UJ Library, invites you to a virtual lecture titled The African Philosophy of Science, on Tuesday 8 March 2022 between 16:00 and 18:00 (SAST); 14:00 and 16:00 (GMT); and 09:00 and 11:00 (EST).
Opening and Welcome Remarks: Prof Siphamandla Zondi, Acting Director, UJ’s Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation, South Africa.
Speaker: Dr. Zulumathabo Zulu, Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute; Doctoral Practitioner; Metaphysical Scientist; Cosmologist; Intellectual Historian; Lexicographer; Contextual Poet; Inventor; Engineer; Published Author.
Research at the Madisebo University Research Institute confirms the existence of a rich set of indigenous scientific philosophies, which is relevant to contemporary Africa. This lecture is about this revolutionary masterpiece in the intellectual history of Africa, placing it in the context of indigenous African science, mathematics, algorithms, engineering, indigenous African axioms and philosophical principles designed by the African ancients to enhance the sustenance and the survival of the future generations of the Melanin.
The Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation promotes original Pan-African ideas, critical dialogue, and innovative teaching in pursuit of global excellence.
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For enquiries, please contact Mr Vusi Gumbi at vusig@uj.ac.za (tel: 011 559 7232). We thank you very much, and look forward to your participation at this important meeting.
Ms Zoliswa Ntsoko (South Africa) is the Institute’s Administrative Assistant who assists with general administration and research. She is a seasoned professional with a background in Disaster Management. She holds an Advanced Diploma in Management from Milpark Business School, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management from Regenesys Business School. She also holds certificates in Project Management, and in Disaster Management. Previously, she has worked as a Disaster Management Specialist at the City of Johannesburg – Disaster Management Centre.
Ms Cecilia Lwiindi Nedziwe-Moyo is the Research Coordinator at the Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation. She previously served as a Regional Coordinator at the Centre for Peace Initiatives in Africa (CPIA) in Zimbabwe between 2007 and 2013. She completed her master’s degree in International Studies, Peace, and Conflict Resolution at the University of Queensland in Australia as a Rotary Peace Scholar. She has just completed her doctoral studies at Rhodes University. Her areas of interest include: gender, foreign policy, regional organisations and conflict resolution.
Ms Thembeka Somtseu is a seasoned professional with a background in the textile and construction sectors. She holds a National Diploma in Business Administration from the Durban University of Technology, and studied Development Communication and Media Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand. She worked as a corporate communications specialist for more than ten years, serving in both local and multinational companies.