African Approach to Population Ethics

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African Approach to Population Ethics

Issues, Questions, and Viewpoints

Bioethics Ecological science, the Biosphere Philosophical traditions and schools of thought Ethics and moral philosophy Sustainability Food and beverage technology

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Collection: Advancing Global Bioethics

Language: English

Published by: Springer

Published on: 17th August 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9783032244642


An African Approach to Population Ethics

offers an important and long-overdue shift away from Western, individualistic models of population ethics, grounding its analysis in Indigenous African communal ethics.

The contributors explore a wide range of historical and contemporary issues affecting African population dynamics.

They critically examine urgent questions of procreation, resource allocation, and environmental sustainability, from the ethics of climate change to the reinterpretation of traditional fertility proverbs.

By prioritizing African voices and experiences, the book establishes a unique and much-needed framework for addressing population challenges with respect for African needs and priorities.

It is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and all readers focused on Africa's future.

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