Name: Why I choose humanism over faith
Uploaded: 2018-03-29T19:42:47Z
Duration: 10 min 10 s
Description: As a humanist, Leo Igwe doesn't believe in divine intervention -- but he does believe in the power of human beings to alleviate suffering, cure disease, preserve the planet and turn situations of poverty into prosperity. In this bold talk, Igwe shares how humanism can free Africans from damaging superstitions and give them the power to rebuild the continent.

As a humanist, Leo Igwe doesn't believe in divine intervention -- but he does believe in the power of human beings to alleviate suffering, cure disease, preserve the planet and turn situations of poverty into prosperity. In this bold talk, Igwe shares how humanism can free Africans from damaging superstitions and give them the power to rebuild the continent.

Leo Igwe: Why I choose humanism over faith

Why I choose humanism over faith

Amidst Africa's reliance on faith for miracles, humanism offers a proactive approach, shifting focus from divine to human agency.

The narrative calls for Africans to transcend past victimhood, harnessing humanism to forge a thriving, self-reliant future.

Humanism champions the power to transform poverty into prosperity without divine intervention, empowering African autonomy.