Can Feminism Be African?: A Most Paradoxical Question and a Vision of African Political Philosophy

Can Feminism Be African?: A Most Paradoxical Question and a Vision of African Political Philosophy is a shining, wide-ranging inquiry by acclaimed writer and cultural critic Minna Salami. This essential text explores a critical and complex set of questions: What happens when we consider Africa through a feminist lens and feminism through an African one? And what does it mean to centre selfhood in this crucial journey?

Salami offers an unhesitating and incisive vision of African feminist political philosophy, creating a vibrant and cohesive discussion about power, identity, patriarchy, imagination, and the very definition of the human condition.

Drawing from a rich tapestry of thought—including global feminist theory, postcolonial studies, historical insights, and deep-rooted African knowledge systems—Salami masterfully combines personal reflection with rigorous cultural criticism.

Grounded in Africa’s enduring visions of agency and autonomy, Can Feminism Be African? opens new paths for rethinking the narratives that shape our world. This is a timely, thought-provoking, and deeply original read, calling us to rethink the past, present, and future through new, indigenous perspectives.