Before the discovery of petroleum, the Industrial Revolution was powered by Palm Oil, an ancient West African commodity whose trade fueled a major economic transformation during the 19th century.
Africa is, indeed, and remains the cradle of civilisation.
We should learn from our rich history and rally around a purpose that restores our dignity.
When we do this, I believe, we will become the cynosure around which a world of good morals fashioned on our Ubuntu principles will be fashioned to achieve universal socio-economic transformation.
Great article. It is evident that extensive research went into this. For posterity sake and owing to the rise in consciousness amongst the younger generation of Afrikans, and the impending reintroduction of our history in schools, I see scholarship such as this becoming film documentaries. Any plans along those lines? I’d relish the opportunity to have that discussion with you.
Thank you. Yes, I try my best to keep in touch with the most recent scholarship. The only limitation is access; some essays are locked behind paywalls that can cost £100 to unclock.
Thank you for this.
Africa is, indeed, and remains the cradle of civilisation.
We should learn from our rich history and rally around a purpose that restores our dignity.
When we do this, I believe, we will become the cynosure around which a world of good morals fashioned on our Ubuntu principles will be fashioned to achieve universal socio-economic transformation.
Keep up the good work.
thank you too
Your sourcing and attention to detail are impeccable.
thank you
Thank you for this
appreciated!
Great article. It is evident that extensive research went into this. For posterity sake and owing to the rise in consciousness amongst the younger generation of Afrikans, and the impending reintroduction of our history in schools, I see scholarship such as this becoming film documentaries. Any plans along those lines? I’d relish the opportunity to have that discussion with you.
i would be open to that if theres a budget
Nice one. Will be in touch. 🤝🏿
Another great article!
Just a question:how do you keep in touch with the most recent scholarship?
Thank you. Yes, I try my best to keep in touch with the most recent scholarship. The only limitation is access; some essays are locked behind paywalls that can cost £100 to unclock.
An eye opening piece. thank you