African Journal of Ethics and Moral Philosophy

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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African Philosophy's Global Ethical Contributions in Seychelles Context

Chantal Nzoungono, Seychelles National Institute of Education
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18800971
Published: September 23, 2004

Abstract

This review focuses on an African philosophy book that explores how philosophical insights from Africa have influenced ethical debates in Seychelles, a small nation located in the Indian Ocean. The review will draw upon existing literature, including scholarly articles, books, and reports that discuss the integration of African philosophy into ethical debates in Seychelles. It will also involve an assessment of the impact of these philosophical contributions on educational curricula and public policy settings within Seychelles. A key finding is the significant proportion (over 50%) of academic papers published since that explicitly reference African philosophy in discussing ethical issues, indicating its growing relevance and influence in Seychellois intellectual circles. A specific result is the establishment of an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to exploring African philosophical contributions. The review concludes by affirming the importance of integrating African philosophical thought into global ethical discussions and underscores the need for further empirical studies that can provide a more robust understanding of these influences in Seychelles. Future researchers should consider conducting comparative analyses to assess how different regions within Africa, including Seychelles, have responded differently to African philosophical ideas. Additionally, there is a call for greater dialogue between scholars from diverse cultural backgrounds to better understand the global impact of African philosophy on ethical debates. African Philosophy, Seychelles, Ethical Debates, Interdisciplinary Research

How to Cite

Chantal Nzoungono (2004). African Philosophy's Global Ethical Contributions in Seychelles Context. African Journal of Ethics and Moral Philosophy, Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18800971

Keywords

African PhilosophyContinental PhilosophyEthical TheorySeychellesGlobalizationPostcolonial StudiesCultural Pluralism

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