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Contributions of Africa's Indigenous Knowledge to the Wave of Digital Technology: Decolonial Perspectives

by Eric Blanco Niyitunga
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781668478516
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: IGI Global
  • Publisher Imprint: IGI Global
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  • Pages: 320
  • Original Price: GBP 205.2
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 908 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Indigenous Knowledge & Perspectives

Africa's contributions to global technological advancements are often overlooked, with many scholars claiming that the continent has yet to contribute significantly to digital technology. This misconception stems from a need for more understanding and recognition of Africa's indigenous knowledge and its role in shaping the modern world. The education curriculum inherited from colonialism must differentiate Africa's values and culture from Western ideals, leading to a devaluation of Africa's mineral wealth in technological advancements. Additionally, the impact of historical events such as the Atlantic slave trade and colonialism on Africa's indigenous knowledge remains largely unexplored, further contributing to the misunderstanding of Africa's technological contributions. Contributions of Africa's Indigenous Knowledge to the Wave of Digital Technology: Decolonial Perspectives offers a comprehensive exploration of Africa's indigenous knowledge and its crucial role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). By taking a decolonial perspective and examining the literature on African Studies, the book aims to shed light on Africa's significant contributions to digital technology. Through a qualitative research design and an exploratory approach, the book will collect and analyze data from secondary sources to showcase Africa's rich technological advancements and history of innovations.

Niyitunga, Eric Blanco: - Eric Blanco Niyitunga is a senior lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, in the College of Business and Economics, school of Public Governance, Management and Public Policy. Niyitunga holds a DLitt et Phil in Political Studies from the University of Johannesburg, and an MA in International Peace and Security from the Department of War Studies at King's College London, UK. Niyitunga holds BA in Peace and Conflict Transformation Studies (Magna Cum Laude) from Daystar University, Kenya. Niyitunga is a member of the African Leadership Centre. Niyitunga is a reader in critical issues international relations, African politics and studies, Africa's international relations, digital diplomacy, international mediation, peacebuilding and statebuilding, service delivery in devolved governments and Artificial Intelligence technologies. Niyitunga has published extensively in the areas of political science, international relations, e-governance, peacebuilding and peace education, mediation, blockchain and Artificial intelligence. He has also published articles concerning health diplomacy and supervises MA and PhD students in health diplomacy, e-government, e-governance, politics of service delivery, Artificial Intelligence technologies, and Sustainable Development Goals.

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