First examiners: Ms. G. Ndlazi Second examiner: Dr E Mkhwanazi
Ms. T Modiselle
Mr. M Lepuru
Mr. F Mokasi
Ms. S Ndlovu
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PLS1502
May/June 2024
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1. This is a “take home” open book examination. You have 4 hours to complete it.
2. This examination covers one (1) section.
3. The Question Paper (QP) comprises of 4 topics/questions. Write any TWO (2) questions of your
choice.
4. Each essay should be between 700 - 1000 words in length.
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Choose TWO questions and answer in Essay Format
1. Osuagwu identifies four factors which he argues characterize Africanity in African Philosophy.
Discuss these four factors identified by Osuagwu and argue whether these factors are unique
to African Philosophy when compared to other philosophies. [50 marks]
OR
, lOMoAR cPSD| 47677026
PLS1502
May/June 2024
2. Compare and contrast Mazrui’s “classes of Africans” and Osuagwu's factors that determine
Africanity of African Philosophy. Which of the two accounts is most plausible for you? Argue
in support of your answer. [50 marks]
OR
3. Critically discuss the notion of personhood in African culture in light of Gyekye’s moderate
communitarianism and Menkiti’s radical communitarianism. In your discussion indicate which
version of communitarianism is suitable for contemporary South Africa and why? [50 marks]
OR
4. Compare and contrast Francophone African Philosophy and Anglophone African Philosophy
and critically discuss the significance of philosophical debates in relation to approaches to
classification of African philosophy. [50 marks]
[100] marks
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