The Ethical and Socio-Ontological Implications of African Communalism

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Qualitative analysis finds that communalism shapes identity in Africa, suggesting a need for balance with Western individualism.

Communalism fosters strong connections within communities, influencing individual identities and ethics.
African values, emphasizing relationship and community, face challenges from Western individualistic theories.
Qualitative exploration reveals the friction between communalism and individualism, impacting views on human existence.
Ethically principled African communities require a framework that counters Western dominance to thrive.

Ugwu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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