Patrick Nanthambwe
Biographic Data
| ID | 1052949 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Patrick Nanthambwe |
| GIVEN NAMES | Patrick |
| FAMILY NAME | Nanthambwe |
| SIGNATURE | NANTHAMBWE P |
| AFFILIATIONS | North-West University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-4482-9622 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 21 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 1 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 21 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Faith and corporate enterprise
This study explores the specific impact of Christianity on corporate enterprises in South Africa, focusing on its influence on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). It begins by establishing a conceptual framework and providing a historical overview of CSR, tracing its evolution. The role of ethics in CSR practices is analysed, highlighting how Christian principles—such as love, social justice, and stewardship—shape corporate behaviour and socia…
Reimagining Poverty Interventions in Post-Apartheid South Africa
Poverty has continued to be a huge challenge in the post-apartheid South Africa, despite some interventions from the government, civil societies and religious organizations. The persistent increase in poverty raises critical questions about how interventions to address this challenge have been effective. Among other things, the country’s poverty situation reveals that something is missing in its approaches to addressing it. This article investiga…
Christian Ethics and Community Development in South Africa
This article explores the role of Christian ethics in fostering community development within the South African context. Guided by the central question, how can Christian ethics contribute to sustainable and equitable community development in South Africa? The study examines the ethical principles and theological values that can address pressing societal issues, including poverty, inequality, and social fragmentation. Sub-questions include: What e…
Reimagining Inclusion
The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underscore the principle of ‘leaving no one behind’, yet persons with disabilities in Africa continue to experience significant barriers to inclusion. Among the contributing factors to this marginalization is the role of religion, which often perpetuates exclusionary practices rooted in cultural and theological interpretations. This paper critically examines the dual role of religion in both reinforci…
Public pastoral care approach in addressing tensions in marriages within Southern African churches and communities
Public pastoral care, as practised by churches and communities, can play a crucial role in helping African couples navigate the tensions that arise between African marriage traditions and Western cultural influences. For such care to be effective, it must be contextualised within the lived realities and public spaces of African societies. This article proposes a model of public pastoral care that is both ecclesial and communal in character, desig…
Wounded healing and rape survivors in South Africa
Gender-based violence (GBV), particularly rape, continues to be a deeply entrenched crisis in South Africa, with one in three women experiencing sexual or physical abuse in their lifetime. This article explored a wounded healing approach to rape survivors within the context of GBV, drawing on the theological metaphor of Christ as the ultimate wounded healer to propose a framework for pastoral care that facilitates the transformation of social pai…
‘Leave no one behind’
The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) encapsulate the idea of ‘leaving no one behind’ in development. Religion plays a crucial role in these development efforts. The promise and call to leave no one behind brings hope to previously marginalised and discriminated people, particularly those living with visible disabilities. The question in this case is: Is the central promise to leave no one behind realistic for Africans with visible disabi…
Addressing systemic racism in South Africa
Thirty years after the end of apartheid, South Africa continues to grapple with the deep-seated challenge of systemic racism. Despite significant strides towards equality, racial disparities persist in various sectors, impacting access to education, healthcare and economic opportunities. This enduring legacy of apartheid underscores the urgent need for effective interventions that transcend policy reform and tackle the social and cultural foundat…
Exploring the role of religion in participatory governance
Religion and religious communities are deeply embedded in African societies, functioning as key social and cultural institutions that foster communal connectedness and engagement. This communal orientation aligns closely with the principles of participatory governance, which emphasises the active involvement of diverse societal groups in shaping decisions that affect their lives. Despite this alignment, the role of religion in participatory gover…
Integrating African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (Aikss) into Public Theology
The call to decolonize South African university curricula continues to shape academic discourse, highlighting the urgency of integrating African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (AIKSs) into theological education. While Western epistemologies have long dominated theology in Africa, this article argues for a paradigm shift by positioning public theology as a viable framework for engaging AIKS in meaningful and transformative ways. The article examines…
Methods for poverty alleviation in Malawi using the principles of jubilee in the Old Testament
Africa faces a number of obstacles when it comes to the quality of life. In Malawi, more than two-thirds of the population lives in extreme poverty, almost all of whom rely on small-scale farming for their livelihoods. Despite efforts by both the government and religious and nonreligious organizations to address the issue, poverty is pervasive in Malawi. This article is guided by the question “What should be done to alleviate poverty in Malawi? H…
Need for continuous leadership training on sustainability of United Baptist Church of Zimbabwe
The significance of leadership in ensuring the efficient operation of any given entity cannot be overstated. The acquisition of leadership skills is an essential component for the success and accomplishment of an organisation’s objectives and goals. The church is commonly regarded as an institution and, as such, effective leadership is deemed essential for its long-term viability. The decline of effective leadership within religious institutions …
Church partnerships
For South African communities to achieve substantive progress, the establishment of strategic partnerships is essential for effectively addressing their complex social challenges. Churches, given their profound community presence and moral authority, are urged to join forces with other societal sectors, particularly government and business, to promote comprehensive community development. This article examines the potential for church partnerships…
Embodied grace
Christian incarnation, illustrated through the example of Jesus Christ, involves the embodiment of God, the guardian of all creation and the manifestation of Christian beliefs. This divine incarnation operates through boundless love and concern, as demonstrated in God’s choice to intimately connect with humanity, as noted in John 3:16. Although global challenges abound, it is evident that sub-Saharan Africa faces unique difficulties, hindering it…
The African Pastor as a Public Figure in Response to Gender-Based Violence in South Africa
The burgeoning field of public theology has garnered significant scholarly attention. Amidst its multifaceted discussions, a recurring theme asserts that theology plays a vital and irreplaceable role in public discourse. This perspective contends that engaging with matters of public concern from a theological standpoint not only contributes meaningfully to public discourse but also shapes our understanding of the world, human existence, and the d…
Public Within Public
The rapid recognition of the contributions of theology in public spaces in Africa is a positive development. It is understood that theology can only be impactful if it engages public issues in their context. However, the understanding of the public in public theology is blurry because its precise meaning remains debatable. The construct 'publics' is hugely influenced by Western conception, where human interaction spaces are categorized into separ…
Public Theology as a Theology of Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa
The negative impacts of COVID-19, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, political unrest, and natural disasters in sub-Saharan Africa have caused widespread suffering. In light of these crises, many have questioned the relevance of theology in addressing such complex challenges. This article tackles critical questions such as: How can public theology effectively engage with the socio-political and economic issues facing sub-Saharan Africa? …
Community development as an embodiment of pastoral care in Africa
The pursuit of a fulfilling existence is a common goal among all human beings. As a result, promoting and sustaining quality humanhood or personhood (quality life) is the ultimate goal that international institutions, continental and regional bodies, and nations strive for. From a religious standpoint, theology and Christian religion need to contribute to helping people achieve the quality of life that humanhood aspires to. Consequently, pastoral…
Theological basis of community development
Development has become a central topic in theological discussions on a global scale. Poverty and underdevelopment have been the subject of ongoing discussion in theological circles over the role of the churches in addressing these issues. Hence, the controversy regarding theology and progress has emerged. While it has been widely understood in theological discussions that theology must confront public challenges, few works have evaluated the grou…
Zambezi Evangelical Church’s role in addressing poverty in Malawi
The high poverty levels in Malawi are a cause of concern resulting in many questions being asked. Among these questions is what role the faith communities can play to meaningfully contribute towards addressing this. Importantly, these high poverty levels challenge the church to reflect on the following questions: Beyond the clerical paradigm, what role can the church play in poor communities? How can the church effectively contribute to addressin…
Development and the role of the church
Discussions on development have been ongoing for many decades. Within these discussions, approaches such as human and community-focused development have gained prominence in recent years. Churches are acknowledged as critical actors and vehicles that foster human development. However, locating development within church discussions raises the question of theological and praxeological relevance. This challenges theology and the church to both devel…
Development and the role of the church
Discussions on development have been ongoing for many decades. Within these discussions, approaches such as human and community-focused development have gained prominence in recent years. Churches are acknowledged as critical actors and vehicles that foster human development. However, locating development within church discussions raises the question of theological and praxeological relevance. This challenges theology and the church to both devel…
Zambezi Evangelical Church’s role in addressing poverty in Malawi
The high poverty levels in Malawi are a cause of concern resulting in many questions being asked. Among these questions is what role the faith communities can play to meaningfully contribute towards addressing this. Importantly, these high poverty levels challenge the church to reflect on the following questions: Beyond the clerical paradigm, what role can the church play in poor communities? How can the church effectively contribute to addressin…
Development and the role of the church
Discussions on development have been ongoing for many decades. Within these discussions, approaches such as human and community-focused development have gained prominence in recent years. Churches are acknowledged as critical actors and vehicles that foster human development. However, locating development within church discussions raises the question of theological and praxeological relevance. This challenges theology and the church to both devel…
Community development as an embodiment of pastoral care in Africa
The pursuit of a fulfilling existence is a common goal among all human beings. As a result, promoting and sustaining quality humanhood or personhood (quality life) is the ultimate goal that international institutions, continental and regional bodies, and nations strive for. From a religious standpoint, theology and Christian religion need to contribute to helping people achieve the quality of life that humanhood aspires to. Consequently, pastoral…
Theological basis of community development
Development has become a central topic in theological discussions on a global scale. Poverty and underdevelopment have been the subject of ongoing discussion in theological circles over the role of the churches in addressing these issues. Hence, the controversy regarding theology and progress has emerged. While it has been widely understood in theological discussions that theology must confront public challenges, few works have evaluated the grou…
Methods for poverty alleviation in Malawi using the principles of jubilee in the Old Testament
Africa faces a number of obstacles when it comes to the quality of life. In Malawi, more than two-thirds of the population lives in extreme poverty, almost all of whom rely on small-scale farming for their livelihoods. Despite efforts by both the government and religious and nonreligious organizations to address the issue, poverty is pervasive in Malawi. This article is guided by the question “What should be done to alleviate poverty in Malawi? H…
Need for continuous leadership training on sustainability of United Baptist Church of Zimbabwe
The significance of leadership in ensuring the efficient operation of any given entity cannot be overstated. The acquisition of leadership skills is an essential component for the success and accomplishment of an organisation’s objectives and goals. The church is commonly regarded as an institution and, as such, effective leadership is deemed essential for its long-term viability. The decline of effective leadership within religious institutions …
Church partnerships
For South African communities to achieve substantive progress, the establishment of strategic partnerships is essential for effectively addressing their complex social challenges. Churches, given their profound community presence and moral authority, are urged to join forces with other societal sectors, particularly government and business, to promote comprehensive community development. This article examines the potential for church partnerships…
Embodied grace
Christian incarnation, illustrated through the example of Jesus Christ, involves the embodiment of God, the guardian of all creation and the manifestation of Christian beliefs. This divine incarnation operates through boundless love and concern, as demonstrated in God’s choice to intimately connect with humanity, as noted in John 3:16. Although global challenges abound, it is evident that sub-Saharan Africa faces unique difficulties, hindering it…
The African Pastor as a Public Figure in Response to Gender-Based Violence in South Africa
The burgeoning field of public theology has garnered significant scholarly attention. Amidst its multifaceted discussions, a recurring theme asserts that theology plays a vital and irreplaceable role in public discourse. This perspective contends that engaging with matters of public concern from a theological standpoint not only contributes meaningfully to public discourse but also shapes our understanding of the world, human existence, and the d…
Public Within Public
The rapid recognition of the contributions of theology in public spaces in Africa is a positive development. It is understood that theology can only be impactful if it engages public issues in their context. However, the understanding of the public in public theology is blurry because its precise meaning remains debatable. The construct 'publics' is hugely influenced by Western conception, where human interaction spaces are categorized into separ…
Public Theology as a Theology of Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa
The negative impacts of COVID-19, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, political unrest, and natural disasters in sub-Saharan Africa have caused widespread suffering. In light of these crises, many have questioned the relevance of theology in addressing such complex challenges. This article tackles critical questions such as: How can public theology effectively engage with the socio-political and economic issues facing sub-Saharan Africa? …
Reimagining Inclusion
The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underscore the principle of ‘leaving no one behind’, yet persons with disabilities in Africa continue to experience significant barriers to inclusion. Among the contributing factors to this marginalization is the role of religion, which often perpetuates exclusionary practices rooted in cultural and theological interpretations. This paper critically examines the dual role of religion in both reinforci…
Public pastoral care approach in addressing tensions in marriages within Southern African churches and communities
Public pastoral care, as practised by churches and communities, can play a crucial role in helping African couples navigate the tensions that arise between African marriage traditions and Western cultural influences. For such care to be effective, it must be contextualised within the lived realities and public spaces of African societies. This article proposes a model of public pastoral care that is both ecclesial and communal in character, desig…
Wounded healing and rape survivors in South Africa
Gender-based violence (GBV), particularly rape, continues to be a deeply entrenched crisis in South Africa, with one in three women experiencing sexual or physical abuse in their lifetime. This article explored a wounded healing approach to rape survivors within the context of GBV, drawing on the theological metaphor of Christ as the ultimate wounded healer to propose a framework for pastoral care that facilitates the transformation of social pai…
‘Leave no one behind’
The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) encapsulate the idea of ‘leaving no one behind’ in development. Religion plays a crucial role in these development efforts. The promise and call to leave no one behind brings hope to previously marginalised and discriminated people, particularly those living with visible disabilities. The question in this case is: Is the central promise to leave no one behind realistic for Africans with visible disabi…
Addressing systemic racism in South Africa
Thirty years after the end of apartheid, South Africa continues to grapple with the deep-seated challenge of systemic racism. Despite significant strides towards equality, racial disparities persist in various sectors, impacting access to education, healthcare and economic opportunities. This enduring legacy of apartheid underscores the urgent need for effective interventions that transcend policy reform and tackle the social and cultural foundat…
Exploring the role of religion in participatory governance
Religion and religious communities are deeply embedded in African societies, functioning as key social and cultural institutions that foster communal connectedness and engagement. This communal orientation aligns closely with the principles of participatory governance, which emphasises the active involvement of diverse societal groups in shaping decisions that affect their lives. Despite this alignment, the role of religion in participatory gover…
Integrating African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (Aikss) into Public Theology
The call to decolonize South African university curricula continues to shape academic discourse, highlighting the urgency of integrating African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (AIKSs) into theological education. While Western epistemologies have long dominated theology in Africa, this article argues for a paradigm shift by positioning public theology as a viable framework for engaging AIKS in meaningful and transformative ways. The article examines…
Faith and corporate enterprise
This study explores the specific impact of Christianity on corporate enterprises in South Africa, focusing on its influence on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). It begins by establishing a conceptual framework and providing a historical overview of CSR, tracing its evolution. The role of ethics in CSR practices is analysed, highlighting how Christian principles—such as love, social justice, and stewardship—shape corporate behaviour and socia…
Reimagining Poverty Interventions in Post-Apartheid South Africa
Poverty has continued to be a huge challenge in the post-apartheid South Africa, despite some interventions from the government, civil societies and religious organizations. The persistent increase in poverty raises critical questions about how interventions to address this challenge have been effective. Among other things, the country’s poverty situation reveals that something is missing in its approaches to addressing it. This article investiga…
Christian Ethics and Community Development in South Africa
This article explores the role of Christian ethics in fostering community development within the South African context. Guided by the central question, how can Christian ethics contribute to sustainable and equitable community development in South Africa? The study examines the ethical principles and theological values that can address pressing societal issues, including poverty, inequality, and social fragmentation. Sub-questions include: What e…
Religion, Society, and Development (19 works) · Christian Theology and Mission (16 works) · Political science (14 works) · Sociology (13 works) · Environmental ethics (7 works) · Theology (7 works) · Philosophy (6 works) · African cultural and philosophical studies (5 works) · Pastoral care (5 works) · Economics (4 works)