PSE4801
Assignment 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
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Due date: May 2025
1. African Philosophy and Education
1.1 Define African philosophy.
African philosophy refers to a body of thought rooted in African cultural contexts,
experiences, and traditions. It is not a monolithic or essentialist system, but rather a
framework that gives voice to the continent‟s diverse histories, identities, and values.
African philosophy seeks to interpret reality through an African lens, incorporating
principles such as communalism, dignity, justice, and interconnectedness. It does not
exclude other philosophical traditions but engages with them critically. As noted in the
reading, African philosophy of education emphasises the importance of democratic
justice, mutual respect, and dialogue across differences. It addresses issues such as
alienation, oppression, and inequality through an inclusive and ethical perspective,
rooted in African identities and political histories. Importantly, African philosophy values
lived experience as foundational, shaping how education is theorised and practiced
Terms of use
across the continent. By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 1 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique Number:
Due date: May 2025
1. African Philosophy and Education
1.1 Define African philosophy.
African philosophy refers to a body of thought rooted in African cultural contexts,
experiences, and traditions. It is not a monolithic or essentialist system, but rather a
framework that gives voice to the continent‟s diverse histories, identities, and values.
African philosophy seeks to interpret reality through an African lens, incorporating
principles such as communalism, dignity, justice, and interconnectedness. It does not
exclude other philosophical traditions but engages with them critically. As noted in the
reading, African philosophy of education emphasises the importance of democratic
justice, mutual respect, and dialogue across differences. It addresses issues such as
alienation, oppression, and inequality through an inclusive and ethical perspective,
rooted in African identities and political histories. Importantly, African philosophy values
lived experience as foundational, shaping how education is theorised and practiced
Terms of use
across the continent. By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
