Mogobe Ramose

Mogobe Ramose is a South African philosopher and professor at the University of South Africa (UNISA). He is one of the leading scholars of African philosophy and is internationally recognized for his work on Ubuntu philosophy, African ethics, decolonial thought, and restorative justice. Quotes "Education takes its etymology from the Latin word educere... Education is to lead someone out of ignorance." The Purpose of Pan-African Education (ELA News Portal). Mogobe Ramose discussing the meaning and purpose of education. "The history of education in Africa... was to lead the conquered Africans into epistemic slavery." The Purpose of Pan-African Education (ELA News Portal). Mogobe Ramose discussing colonial education and epistemic slavery. "The conquered peoples also were led into economic bondage which is still a very big problem today." The Purpose of Pan-African Education (ELA News Portal). Mogobe Ramose discussing the economic consequences of colonialism. "Political independence did not necessarily bring economic independence." The Purpose of Pan-African Education (ELA News Portal). Mogobe Ramose discussing post-colonial Africa. "Ubuntu is the root of African philosophy." African Philosophy through Ubuntu (Mond Books, 1999). "To be human is to affirm one's humanity by recognizing the humanity of others." African Philosophy through Ubuntu (Mond Books, 1999). "Justice without reconciliation cannot produce lasting peace." African Philosophy through Ubuntu (Mond Books, 1999). "Restorative justice seeks the restoration of harmony rather than revenge." African Philosophy through Ubuntu (Mond Books, 1999). External links Category:Living people Category:South African philosophers