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Papers by Andreas Velthuizen

International journal of African renaissance studies, Nov 1, 2013

Abstract The article is presented against the background of the need for African military forces ... more Abstract The article is presented against the background of the need for African military forces to deal with the complexities that come with leading and participating in multinational military operations in Africa. The research problem that guided this research is: What should the doctrine of military forces in Africa be to enable them to work together as part of the multinational forces while serving African interests? The aim is to investigate the possibility of a military doctrine that would serve African interests in the context of the reality of a multinational approach to military intervention. This aim has been achieved by offering theoretical assumptions on military doctrine, multinational military intervention and humanistic values in Africa to form a theoretical framework for deploying the argument. An in-depth discussion of African military practice prior to colonialism, the multinational and humanistic nature of military operations since the end of the previous century, as well critical reflections on the quest for a military doctrine that reflect the humanistic values of Africa resulted in some important findings. The main finding is that the people of Africa have accumulated a wealth of military knowledge over many centuries that is sufficient to develop an endogenous (home grown) military doctrine that can serve the African people. An endogenous military doctrine would be based on the principles of people-centredness; flexibility; collectiveness; affordability and institutionalisation to place African humanistic values and continental policies at the forefront in strategic decision-making and implementation. Taking into consideration the above-mentioned principles some practical measures are recommended.

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Dec 1, 2011

The paper seeks to demonstrate the applicability of the Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Mo... more The paper seeks to demonstrate the applicability of the Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Model (TDKM-M) to restorative justice in Africa. The TDKM-M contradicts existing models of conflict control, management and resolution in Africa. The TDKM-M demonstrate that knowledge can be managed in such a way that it can activate intervention such as ‘restorative justice' to resolve conflicts and disputes. These interventions aim to ‘restore’ a lost balance in society as an alternative to legal prosecution. Restoration requires replacing a culture of class-consciousness, racism, tribalism and criminal impunity with the norms of humaneness, respect, connective justice, and reconciliation. These norms are associated with the philosophy of ubuntu and the ancient African-Egyptian philosophy of Ma’at. However, this practical application of ubuntu would require a holistic and trans-dimensional perspective and intra-action to revive and innovate African society. Case studies of Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Liberia and Uganda showed that the involvement of all knowledge-holders in a spirit of ubuntu, should ultimately culminate in the restoring of human relations. Restorative justice would require acceptance that true healing takes time, holistic knowledge, humane decisions, strong leadership and combined action. These actions should effectively restore relations among people and national reconciliation, with people refraining from inciting and perpetrating violence against each other.

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, Jun 25, 2018

In the version of this article initially published, reference was incorrectly made to an intervie... more In the version of this article initially published, reference was incorrectly made to an interview held with Pupa Jan Pieterse (p. 6). The interview was held with Oupa Jan. The published statement in the article is hereby updated and corrected as follows: 'An interview with Oupa Jan, a community elder, mediator and spiritual leader, revealed that dance is typically initiated to resolve a physical or social ill that needs to be healed in a multidimensional way'. This correction does not alter the study's findings of significance or overall interpretation of the study results. The authors apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Journal of War and Culture Studies, Aug 27, 2019

The article examines spiritual knowledge derived from military landscapes. The paper draws on the... more The article examines spiritual knowledge derived from military landscapes. The paper draws on the ways in which the !Kun (also called 'San' or 'Bushmen') soldiers during the so-called Cold War in Namibia and Angola experienced the landscape in which they operated. The article asserts that in the context of war, spirituality is a human experience where spiritual knowledge can be discovered in military landscapes. The author found that spiritual practice is an important part of a soldier's knowledge, used to understand the complexity and uncertainty of their situation. The author demonstrates how the spirituality of soldiers can enhance their ability to develop a situational awareness. The article relied on lived experiences of the author when participating with !Kun soldiers in military operations as young military commander, as well as critical reflection on available data on how the spirituality of !Kun soldiers enabled them to understand their military landscape.

Scientia Militaria: South African Journal of Military Studies, Aug 10, 2011

They talked about who won and who lost. Human reason won. Mankind won.

AVRUG-bulletin, Dec 20, 2020

The author presents the tentative results of ongoing research into a new paradigm for peace and s... more The author presents the tentative results of ongoing research into a new paradigm for peace and security in Africa. The empirical foundation of the research is the result of a triangulation of research methods that involved literature study, reflexive journaling and thematic analysis. The discussion aims to determine how China can contribute to the renewal of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA). The aim is achieved by discussing and analysing the current APSA, including the challenges experienced, as well as the policy commitments and security activities of China in Africa. The research concludes that China is building a military intervention capacity to protect its interests in Africa. However, a new metaphor is needed that will bring solutions to the peace and security challenges of Africa. In this regard China can play an important role in assisting the APSA to focus on issues such as social transformation, capacity building for socioeconomic development, and education aimed at peace and security.

African Identities, Sep 4, 2016

This article set out to identify the dispute resolution practices that survived historic events s... more This article set out to identify the dispute resolution practices that survived historic events such as slavery and colonialism that can add value to modern alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices. A discussion on ADR and applying it to the African context set the framework for a discussion about the causal relationship between the ADR practices of the Marrons of Suriname and that of the Igbo of Nigeria. This relationship is explained in terms of the Atlantic slave trade and the customary dispute resolution practices of the Igbo. The ADR practices of the Marrons of Suriname are then explained. It was found that strong cohesiveness and kinship survived slavery, colonialism and serves as a value foundation to resolve disputes within a Marron community with a preference for mediation by the Elders and arbitration by leaders selected through customary processes. However, these practices are not yet part of modern jurisprudence and governance because it is not sufficiently codified or understood and accepted by people from outside the Marron culture.

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, 2019

African Journal on Conflict Resolution, 2016

Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the autho... more Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the author asks what kind of leadership is required to lead a community from violent conf lict to peaceful coexistence. The aim of the article is to propose some principles for leadership in situations characterised by violent conf lict. By departing from a conceptual framework to explain holistic leadership, conf lict leadership and peace leadership, the author explains what Great Heart Leadership is, citing several examples to illustrate these concepts. The author argues that a leader with a ‘great heart’ is a leader who is able to apply analytical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual/normative leadership to activate peaceful change. This argument is applied to the challenge of leading people towards lasting peace in Africa, offering the specific case of a San community in South Africa to illustrate Great Heart Leadership. Keywords : Holistic leadership, Great Heart Leadership, African conf l...

African Sociological Review / Revue Africaine de Sociologie, 2012

in this article the question is asked: What is relationship between knowledge creation and sustai... more in this article the question is asked: What is relationship between knowledge creation and sustainable peace in Africa? The specific aim of this article is to identify specific principles of knowledge creation and sustainable peace that can serve as propositions for further research. The knowledge foundation of this discussion is a literature study, interpretative interaction and participation in focus-groups during field research in collaboration with the Community Sites of Knowledge (CSoK) and the Marcus garvey Pan African institute near and in Mbale, Eastern Uganda. it is that knowledge systems are converging towards a glocality of awareness and action. This convergence facilitates the complementarity of endogenous and modern institutions and the inclusive participation of the community as a building block for sustainable peace, transformation and progress. The finding is that relationship of knowledge creation and sustainable peace in Africa is characterized by glocal interconnectedness, the converging of knowledge and central value adding. Some important recommendations are offered to communities, conflict and dispute resolution practitioners, African Universities and state structures concerning the application of endogenous knowledge for sustainable peace.

Africa insight, 2012

The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of pra... more The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of practitioners in Africa. The response offered involves enhancing the endogenous knowledge of a dispute and how to resolve it. This requires not only an understanding of what endogenous knowledge is, but also an alignment of personal values, innovative strategies and an attitude of activism. An integral part of an extensive skills set to implement specific dispute resolution strategies is the ability to facilitate the free sharing of information about all aspects of a conflict; mediating by involving all members of society, especially at community level; functioning in an integrated courts system; and fostering trust among former belligerents. It is recommended that these aspects are included in dispute resolution curricula to enhance the integrated competence of dispute resolution practitioners in Africa.

Africa insight, Jun 1, 2012

The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of pra... more The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of practitioners in Africa. The response offered involves enhancing the endogenous knowledge of a dispute and how to resolve it. This requires not only an understanding of what endogenous knowledge is, but also an alignment of personal values, innovative strategies and an attitude of activism. An integral part of an extensive skills set to implement specific dispute resolution strategies is the ability to facilitate the free sharing of information about all aspects of a conflict; mediating by involving all members of society, especially at community level; functioning in an integrated courts system; and fostering trust among former belligerents. It is recommended that these aspects are included in dispute resolution curricula to enhance the integrated competence of dispute resolution practitioners in Africa.

The study goes beyond knowledge existing in the literature study of the philosophy and theory of ... more The study goes beyond knowledge existing in the literature study of the philosophy and theory of knowledge, knowledge management, African knowledge and the management of knowledge by African institutions, including the peace and security architecture of Africa, to reveal a coherent conceptual framework and themes to guide the field research. During the field studies of specific cases in the Great Lakes region of Africa, principles and practices emerged that formed a framework for a constructed Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Model (TDKM-M) to develop a theoretical model for the management of knowledge for conflict resolution as the first step towards the revival of Africa. The study proposes practical solutions for the management of knowledge that would empower decisionmakers to intervene successfully in conflict situations. Furthermore, the study serves to expand the knowledge base in the field of trans-disciplinary African studies, transcending the boundary between political science and epistemology to navigate the middle ground between disciplines and the space that lies beyond all disciplines and dichotomised thinking towards a new holistic understanding. A systems approach using MIT (multi-disciplinarity, interdisciplinarity and trans-disciplinarity) and qualitative research methodology on a transnational level was followed. The study consists of a literature study and a field study consisting of a pilot study, semi-structured interviews and participation in communities of practice to access the worldviews of diverse cultures. An observable knowledge dimension, consisting of a normative foundation, empirical knowledge domain and analytical knowledge domain, is identified. Furthermore, a tacit metaphysical knowledge dimension is identified that is informed by the observable dimension. The two dimensions transacts with each other to attain a higher level of trans-dimensional knowledge. The TDKM-M proposes principles and practices of how trans-dimensional knowledge, including indigenous African knowledge and external knowledge, can be managed in a collective middle ground to produce holistic understanding. This higher level of understanding can activate intervention into the causes and consequences of conflict. Innovation of African society could follow, achieving desired outcomes such as peace, justice, human rights, self-empowerment and innovation towards transformative growth, competitiveness and negotiate equilibrium with the global community, and ultimately the revival of Africa.Political SciencesD. Litt. et Phil. (Politics

To my wife, Sarie, for her general support and assistance : this study would not have been possib... more To my wife, Sarie, for her general support and assistance : this study would not have been possible without it; and to my children Andre and Anel, who had to do without my attention at times they probably needed it. To the South African National Defence Force for fmancial assistance and other support. To Barbara Bradley who took care of the language.

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African Journal on Conflict Resolution, 2016

Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the autho... more Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the author asks what kind of leadership is required to lead a community from violent conf lict to peaceful coexistence. The aim of the article is to propose some principles for leadership in situations characterised by violent conf lict. By departing from a conceptual framework to explain holistic leadership, conf lict leadership and peace leadership, the author explains what Great Heart Leadership is, citing several examples to illustrate these concepts. The author argues that a leader with a ‘great heart’ is a leader who is able to apply analytical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual/normative leadership to activate peaceful change. This argument is applied to the challenge of leading people towards lasting peace in Africa, offering the specific case of a San community in South Africa to illustrate Great Heart Leadership. Keywords : Holistic leadership, Great Heart Leadership, African conf l...

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, 2019

Inspired by the need to find a lasting solution to violent conflict, the author inquires how Afri... more Inspired by the need to find a lasting solution to violent conflict, the author inquires how African communities can be resilient in the face of such conflict and at the same time serve as a building block for peace. It was found that a new peace-building architecture is needed that creates unlimited space for the full participation of African communities, where the knowledge of a community is the centre point of a concentric circle that focuses on peace building. If suitable mechanisms are used, community knowledge can be managed to enable the free transmittance of knowledge as part of a collaborative network of relationships that forms a resilient web and bridges the gap between African communities and other institutions to activate peace building.

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, 2014

The aim of this article is to propose some principles and practices for truth-seeking during rese... more The aim of this article is to propose some principles and practices for truth-seeking during research into violent conflict. To achieve this aim, an argument is deployed by analysing the theoretical concepts “truth”, “myth” and “oral culture” as sources of knowledge. This conceptual analysis precedes a discussion on community-based participatory research (CBPR) as a research methodology to access the knowledge of lived experiences embedded in the oral culture of the San community of Platfontein, near Kimberley, South Africa. It was found that CBPR contains good practices to use in research to judge the probable truth about disputes. The CBPR process is ideal for determining the accuracy of data in the context of a specific culture, considering the norms, spiritual influences and personal considerations of knowledge-holders that accompany a unique cosmology. A variety and equity of worldviews and perspectives of what happened during violent conflict successfully challenges hegemonic ...

International journal of African renaissance studies, Nov 1, 2013

Abstract The article is presented against the background of the need for African military forces ... more Abstract The article is presented against the background of the need for African military forces to deal with the complexities that come with leading and participating in multinational military operations in Africa. The research problem that guided this research is: What should the doctrine of military forces in Africa be to enable them to work together as part of the multinational forces while serving African interests? The aim is to investigate the possibility of a military doctrine that would serve African interests in the context of the reality of a multinational approach to military intervention. This aim has been achieved by offering theoretical assumptions on military doctrine, multinational military intervention and humanistic values in Africa to form a theoretical framework for deploying the argument. An in-depth discussion of African military practice prior to colonialism, the multinational and humanistic nature of military operations since the end of the previous century, as well critical reflections on the quest for a military doctrine that reflect the humanistic values of Africa resulted in some important findings. The main finding is that the people of Africa have accumulated a wealth of military knowledge over many centuries that is sufficient to develop an endogenous (home grown) military doctrine that can serve the African people. An endogenous military doctrine would be based on the principles of people-centredness; flexibility; collectiveness; affordability and institutionalisation to place African humanistic values and continental policies at the forefront in strategic decision-making and implementation. Taking into consideration the above-mentioned principles some practical measures are recommended.

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Dec 1, 2011

The paper seeks to demonstrate the applicability of the Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Mo... more The paper seeks to demonstrate the applicability of the Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Model (TDKM-M) to restorative justice in Africa. The TDKM-M contradicts existing models of conflict control, management and resolution in Africa. The TDKM-M demonstrate that knowledge can be managed in such a way that it can activate intervention such as ‘restorative justice' to resolve conflicts and disputes. These interventions aim to ‘restore’ a lost balance in society as an alternative to legal prosecution. Restoration requires replacing a culture of class-consciousness, racism, tribalism and criminal impunity with the norms of humaneness, respect, connective justice, and reconciliation. These norms are associated with the philosophy of ubuntu and the ancient African-Egyptian philosophy of Ma’at. However, this practical application of ubuntu would require a holistic and trans-dimensional perspective and intra-action to revive and innovate African society. Case studies of Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Liberia and Uganda showed that the involvement of all knowledge-holders in a spirit of ubuntu, should ultimately culminate in the restoring of human relations. Restorative justice would require acceptance that true healing takes time, holistic knowledge, humane decisions, strong leadership and combined action. These actions should effectively restore relations among people and national reconciliation, with people refraining from inciting and perpetrating violence against each other.

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, Jun 25, 2018

In the version of this article initially published, reference was incorrectly made to an intervie... more In the version of this article initially published, reference was incorrectly made to an interview held with Pupa Jan Pieterse (p. 6). The interview was held with Oupa Jan. The published statement in the article is hereby updated and corrected as follows: 'An interview with Oupa Jan, a community elder, mediator and spiritual leader, revealed that dance is typically initiated to resolve a physical or social ill that needs to be healed in a multidimensional way'. This correction does not alter the study's findings of significance or overall interpretation of the study results. The authors apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Journal of War and Culture Studies, Aug 27, 2019

The article examines spiritual knowledge derived from military landscapes. The paper draws on the... more The article examines spiritual knowledge derived from military landscapes. The paper draws on the ways in which the !Kun (also called 'San' or 'Bushmen') soldiers during the so-called Cold War in Namibia and Angola experienced the landscape in which they operated. The article asserts that in the context of war, spirituality is a human experience where spiritual knowledge can be discovered in military landscapes. The author found that spiritual practice is an important part of a soldier's knowledge, used to understand the complexity and uncertainty of their situation. The author demonstrates how the spirituality of soldiers can enhance their ability to develop a situational awareness. The article relied on lived experiences of the author when participating with !Kun soldiers in military operations as young military commander, as well as critical reflection on available data on how the spirituality of !Kun soldiers enabled them to understand their military landscape.

Scientia Militaria: South African Journal of Military Studies, Aug 10, 2011

They talked about who won and who lost. Human reason won. Mankind won.

AVRUG-bulletin, Dec 20, 2020

The author presents the tentative results of ongoing research into a new paradigm for peace and s... more The author presents the tentative results of ongoing research into a new paradigm for peace and security in Africa. The empirical foundation of the research is the result of a triangulation of research methods that involved literature study, reflexive journaling and thematic analysis. The discussion aims to determine how China can contribute to the renewal of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA). The aim is achieved by discussing and analysing the current APSA, including the challenges experienced, as well as the policy commitments and security activities of China in Africa. The research concludes that China is building a military intervention capacity to protect its interests in Africa. However, a new metaphor is needed that will bring solutions to the peace and security challenges of Africa. In this regard China can play an important role in assisting the APSA to focus on issues such as social transformation, capacity building for socioeconomic development, and education aimed at peace and security.

African Identities, Sep 4, 2016

This article set out to identify the dispute resolution practices that survived historic events s... more This article set out to identify the dispute resolution practices that survived historic events such as slavery and colonialism that can add value to modern alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices. A discussion on ADR and applying it to the African context set the framework for a discussion about the causal relationship between the ADR practices of the Marrons of Suriname and that of the Igbo of Nigeria. This relationship is explained in terms of the Atlantic slave trade and the customary dispute resolution practices of the Igbo. The ADR practices of the Marrons of Suriname are then explained. It was found that strong cohesiveness and kinship survived slavery, colonialism and serves as a value foundation to resolve disputes within a Marron community with a preference for mediation by the Elders and arbitration by leaders selected through customary processes. However, these practices are not yet part of modern jurisprudence and governance because it is not sufficiently codified or understood and accepted by people from outside the Marron culture.

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, 2019

African Journal on Conflict Resolution, 2016

Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the autho... more Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the author asks what kind of leadership is required to lead a community from violent conf lict to peaceful coexistence. The aim of the article is to propose some principles for leadership in situations characterised by violent conf lict. By departing from a conceptual framework to explain holistic leadership, conf lict leadership and peace leadership, the author explains what Great Heart Leadership is, citing several examples to illustrate these concepts. The author argues that a leader with a ‘great heart’ is a leader who is able to apply analytical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual/normative leadership to activate peaceful change. This argument is applied to the challenge of leading people towards lasting peace in Africa, offering the specific case of a San community in South Africa to illustrate Great Heart Leadership. Keywords : Holistic leadership, Great Heart Leadership, African conf l...

African Sociological Review / Revue Africaine de Sociologie, 2012

in this article the question is asked: What is relationship between knowledge creation and sustai... more in this article the question is asked: What is relationship between knowledge creation and sustainable peace in Africa? The specific aim of this article is to identify specific principles of knowledge creation and sustainable peace that can serve as propositions for further research. The knowledge foundation of this discussion is a literature study, interpretative interaction and participation in focus-groups during field research in collaboration with the Community Sites of Knowledge (CSoK) and the Marcus garvey Pan African institute near and in Mbale, Eastern Uganda. it is that knowledge systems are converging towards a glocality of awareness and action. This convergence facilitates the complementarity of endogenous and modern institutions and the inclusive participation of the community as a building block for sustainable peace, transformation and progress. The finding is that relationship of knowledge creation and sustainable peace in Africa is characterized by glocal interconnectedness, the converging of knowledge and central value adding. Some important recommendations are offered to communities, conflict and dispute resolution practitioners, African Universities and state structures concerning the application of endogenous knowledge for sustainable peace.

Africa insight, 2012

The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of pra... more The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of practitioners in Africa. The response offered involves enhancing the endogenous knowledge of a dispute and how to resolve it. This requires not only an understanding of what endogenous knowledge is, but also an alignment of personal values, innovative strategies and an attitude of activism. An integral part of an extensive skills set to implement specific dispute resolution strategies is the ability to facilitate the free sharing of information about all aspects of a conflict; mediating by involving all members of society, especially at community level; functioning in an integrated courts system; and fostering trust among former belligerents. It is recommended that these aspects are included in dispute resolution curricula to enhance the integrated competence of dispute resolution practitioners in Africa.

Africa insight, Jun 1, 2012

The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of pra... more The question presented in this article is how to improve the dispute resolution competence of practitioners in Africa. The response offered involves enhancing the endogenous knowledge of a dispute and how to resolve it. This requires not only an understanding of what endogenous knowledge is, but also an alignment of personal values, innovative strategies and an attitude of activism. An integral part of an extensive skills set to implement specific dispute resolution strategies is the ability to facilitate the free sharing of information about all aspects of a conflict; mediating by involving all members of society, especially at community level; functioning in an integrated courts system; and fostering trust among former belligerents. It is recommended that these aspects are included in dispute resolution curricula to enhance the integrated competence of dispute resolution practitioners in Africa.

The study goes beyond knowledge existing in the literature study of the philosophy and theory of ... more The study goes beyond knowledge existing in the literature study of the philosophy and theory of knowledge, knowledge management, African knowledge and the management of knowledge by African institutions, including the peace and security architecture of Africa, to reveal a coherent conceptual framework and themes to guide the field research. During the field studies of specific cases in the Great Lakes region of Africa, principles and practices emerged that formed a framework for a constructed Trans-dimensional Knowledge Management Model (TDKM-M) to develop a theoretical model for the management of knowledge for conflict resolution as the first step towards the revival of Africa. The study proposes practical solutions for the management of knowledge that would empower decisionmakers to intervene successfully in conflict situations. Furthermore, the study serves to expand the knowledge base in the field of trans-disciplinary African studies, transcending the boundary between political science and epistemology to navigate the middle ground between disciplines and the space that lies beyond all disciplines and dichotomised thinking towards a new holistic understanding. A systems approach using MIT (multi-disciplinarity, interdisciplinarity and trans-disciplinarity) and qualitative research methodology on a transnational level was followed. The study consists of a literature study and a field study consisting of a pilot study, semi-structured interviews and participation in communities of practice to access the worldviews of diverse cultures. An observable knowledge dimension, consisting of a normative foundation, empirical knowledge domain and analytical knowledge domain, is identified. Furthermore, a tacit metaphysical knowledge dimension is identified that is informed by the observable dimension. The two dimensions transacts with each other to attain a higher level of trans-dimensional knowledge. The TDKM-M proposes principles and practices of how trans-dimensional knowledge, including indigenous African knowledge and external knowledge, can be managed in a collective middle ground to produce holistic understanding. This higher level of understanding can activate intervention into the causes and consequences of conflict. Innovation of African society could follow, achieving desired outcomes such as peace, justice, human rights, self-empowerment and innovation towards transformative growth, competitiveness and negotiate equilibrium with the global community, and ultimately the revival of Africa.Political SciencesD. Litt. et Phil. (Politics

To my wife, Sarie, for her general support and assistance : this study would not have been possib... more To my wife, Sarie, for her general support and assistance : this study would not have been possible without it; and to my children Andre and Anel, who had to do without my attention at times they probably needed it. To the South African National Defence Force for fmancial assistance and other support. To Barbara Bradley who took care of the language.

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African Journal on Conflict Resolution, 2016

Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the autho... more Inspired by the never-ending quest for the end of violence in some African communities, the author asks what kind of leadership is required to lead a community from violent conf lict to peaceful coexistence. The aim of the article is to propose some principles for leadership in situations characterised by violent conf lict. By departing from a conceptual framework to explain holistic leadership, conf lict leadership and peace leadership, the author explains what Great Heart Leadership is, citing several examples to illustrate these concepts. The author argues that a leader with a ‘great heart’ is a leader who is able to apply analytical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual/normative leadership to activate peaceful change. This argument is applied to the challenge of leading people towards lasting peace in Africa, offering the specific case of a San community in South Africa to illustrate Great Heart Leadership. Keywords : Holistic leadership, Great Heart Leadership, African conf l...

Indilinga: African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems, 2019

Inspired by the need to find a lasting solution to violent conflict, the author inquires how Afri... more Inspired by the need to find a lasting solution to violent conflict, the author inquires how African communities can be resilient in the face of such conflict and at the same time serve as a building block for peace. It was found that a new peace-building architecture is needed that creates unlimited space for the full participation of African communities, where the knowledge of a community is the centre point of a concentric circle that focuses on peace building. If suitable mechanisms are used, community knowledge can be managed to enable the free transmittance of knowledge as part of a collaborative network of relationships that forms a resilient web and bridges the gap between African communities and other institutions to activate peace building.

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, 2014

The aim of this article is to propose some principles and practices for truth-seeking during rese... more The aim of this article is to propose some principles and practices for truth-seeking during research into violent conflict. To achieve this aim, an argument is deployed by analysing the theoretical concepts “truth”, “myth” and “oral culture” as sources of knowledge. This conceptual analysis precedes a discussion on community-based participatory research (CBPR) as a research methodology to access the knowledge of lived experiences embedded in the oral culture of the San community of Platfontein, near Kimberley, South Africa. It was found that CBPR contains good practices to use in research to judge the probable truth about disputes. The CBPR process is ideal for determining the accuracy of data in the context of a specific culture, considering the norms, spiritual influences and personal considerations of knowledge-holders that accompany a unique cosmology. A variety and equity of worldviews and perspectives of what happened during violent conflict successfully challenges hegemonic ...