⸻ Chapter Twelve Toward an Indigenous African Political Renaissance 12.1 The Meaning of Renaissance in an African Context The concept of renaissance is often associated with rebirth through rediscovery—an awakening that draws from foundational knowledge to generate new possibilities. In the African context, a political renaissance cannot be achieved through imitation or surface reform. It requires a philosophical renewal grounded in indigenous ethics, institutions, and historical consciousness.

African indigenous knowledge | Maputla Clement Malatji

“Indigenous people have the intimate knowledge of the land. That’s why they need to be involved and working with scientists–to give them a full picture of what’s happening.” Take a moment to listen and learn from ILI senior leader Bev Sellars, who shares how Indigenous people's perspectives can help shape the solutions to the environmental challenges we face. | Indigenous Leadership Initiative