Meaning of Justice in African Philosophy

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Focusing on the concept of justice, the book critiques communal interpretations prevalent in African political philosophy, such as relational theory and Ubuntu justice. The author highlights the limitations of these theories in addressing individual identity. By exploring alternative philosophical frameworks like vitalism and theism, the work advocates for a reconstructed Ubuntu-based theory that emphasizes both self-existence and the existence of others. It also underscores the importance of rights in shaping the understanding of justice within traditional African communities.