Storytelling as a methodology in developing a theology of reconstruction

Abstract

The article sets out to explore the problem statement: “How significant is storytelling as one of the methodologies for developing a theology of reconstruction in post-Cold War Africa?” It is based on the premise that, with post-Cold War Africa being characterised by calls for a reconstruction of African society in all fronts, storytelling will no doubt provide a rich resource. To achieve its objective, the article will revisit the historical background of the theology of reconstruction; and attempt to survey a sample of the Gikuyu (African) traditional understanding of the concept of reconstruction, and the case of some African traditional forms of communication. Afterwards, it will attempt to survey some of the approaches to developing a theology of reconstruction – alongside storytelling.