In this book Ian Dicks informs the reader about the ways in which the Yawo of Malawi view the world. The Yawo are predominantly Muslim, yet many maintain strong links with their traditional religion. They are a largely oral society, teaching and reinforcing their beliefs and practices using oral literature, which includes myths, proverbs, proverbial stories, songs of advice and prayers at various stages of the life cycle, particularly during initiation events. Ian Dicks describes in detail the Yawo's material world, customs, beliefs and rituals, and juxtaposes these with Yawo oral literature. He then examines them under six worldview categories, the result being a rich description of the way in which the Yawo see the world. This book is not an armchair study but has the feel of being written by an eyewitness, by someone who has had first-hand experience of the subject and who seeks to describe this in a manner which is sensitive to the Yawo and their culture.

Through an insightful exposition on African culture, the author explores the African lifestyle, worldview, and society amidst the changing and pervasive, contemporary culture. With valuable information available for those desiring to travel to Africa, or those curious about African culture, Crossing Cultures is a helpful guide to understand the significance, depth, and details of African culture. This book comes as a unique and well-informed contribution. It will yield depth and rich insights to many who are involved in cross-cultural mission work. And to those who would like to broaden their understanding of the African society, in relation to the rest of the world, this book is a must-read. Trophimus Odie is a husband, a father of three children, and has been in Christian service for over fifteen years in different capacities. He has also been an entrepreneur, a sound engineer / audio producer, and a certified photographer by the New York Institute of Photography. He is one of the founding member of Pure Souls, a gospel hip-hop group based in Kampala, Uganda. He has mentored many young people in Uganda over the years, becoming one of the big contributors to the contemporary gospel industry in his country. While serving as media director at Calvary Chapel in Kampala, he was also on the church plant committee. He currently lives in Canada, since moving there with his family in 2015.

This book connects traditional religions to the thriving religious activity in Africa today.

In a world of increasing globalization, we live amidst a clash of cultures, religions, and worldviews – each battling for the human heart and mind. In this in-depth study, Yusufu Turaki offers a theological framework for engaging this clash of perspectives in Africa, where traditional African religions, colonialism, and exposure to Christianity have each had a lasting impact on contemporary African worldviews. Professor Turaki undertakes a systematic analysis of the nature of African Traditional Religion, its complex history with Christianity, and the need for African Christian theology to address its cultural and historical roots effectively. He provides both a conceptual framework and practical guide for engaging African cultures and religions with compassion, understanding, and a firm foundation rooted in scriptural truth. This book is an excellent resource for students of religion and theology, as well as those interested in Africa’s traditional heritage or drawn to the important work of cross-cultural and inter-religious dialogue.

Regrettably there is still - in spite of modern communications - a serious lack of insight into the socio-economic-political situation of the African continent, both from outsiders and Africans themselves. This titles addresses this problem.