Routledge African Traditions in Religion, Diaspora & Gendered Societies

This Routledge collection explores the historiography of African religions through a groundbreaking shift from viewing Africa as object to Africa as subject, elevating indigenous religious scholarship into the global academic discourse. The multidisciplinary essays examine the interface between religion and society across African traditions, whilst engaging with African diaspora communities, youth perspectives, and gender dynamics within religious contexts. Structured across two main sections, the book bridges historical analysis with contemporary social realities, offering scholars, students, and researchers a comprehensive examination of how African religious traditions shape and are shaped by broader social structures. The volume honours the scholarly contributions of Jacob Kehinde Olupona and reflects current trends in religious studies that centre African voices and experiences within the discipline.