In part 3 of our podcast series on the History of Africa, we look at the arrivals of Christianity and Islam in Africa. Today, the pictures of Christianity and Islam in Africa are often stories of excess and extremism. From Islamic extremist organizations like Boko Haram to prosperity gospel preachers in Nigeria. These stories of religious excess and extremism in Africa are part of the story of Africa’s history.
In this podcast episode, we look at the role Africa played in the development of the world’s two largest religions. Then we look at how outsiders helped change the shape of Africa, along with Christianity and Islam, through the centuries within the continent.
Learn more about some of the topics and stories mentioned in this podcast episode covering religion in Africa:
- The Spread of Islam in Ancient Africa
- The Travels of Ibn Battuta
- The Ugandan Martyrs
- Queen Ranavalona’s Reign of Terror
Follow our entire series on the History of Africa here. This podcast episode is available to the public for free for a limited time. If you can no longer find it at Spotify or wherever you download your favorite podcasts, access this episode on religion in Africa as a Patreon Insider here!
