The role of African Traditional Religions (ATRs) in the political and social development of the continent is only now beginning to be appreciated in the West. But what of their relationship with ...

A recent ruling by the Johannesburg high court in South Africa has put the definition and control of the “family house” under ...

As Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria boasts a diverse religious composition that reflects its ethnic and regional diversity. The three dominant religions in Nigeria are Islam, Christianity, and ...

Because of the diaspora, this religion now goes by a variety of different names, including Orisa-Vodun, the branch Adefunmi created that’s unique to a small, traditional African ...

Legislative recognition of a family home requires sensitivity to African customary laws. Firstly, many traditional communities consider the family house a sacred site in terms of traditional beliefs.

Since Ghana returned to democracy in 1992, the country has held nine consecutive elections In all these elections ethnicity ...

A leading African cardinal says African cultures and “a certain mentality in the Church” have put women in a disadvantaged ...

Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has commended traditional leaders for their support in ...

Traditional healer Naa Busuafi used to feel empowered when leaving tribal ceremonies held on the outskirts of Accra, proud to ...

Minister Chikunga underscored the importance of partnerships with traditional leaders, whom she described as uniquely ...

Every Sunday in the Kenyan port city of Kisumu, an HIV-prevention group gathers dozens of gay and bisexual men for a service ...