SYNTHESISATION OF STORY TELLING AND TECHNOLOGY
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https://doi.org/10.25159/1016-8427/712Abstract
Storytelling in the African epistemological context is known for its ability to communicate morals and values, and is instrumental in conflict resolution and peace building. Conversely, the strength of modern technology is on mass distribution of products. However, a relationship that exists between tradition and modern technology has not exhausted its potential of being innovative. In order to contribute to the discourse relating to the role of technology in the preservation, restoration and dissemination of indigenous knowledge, the view presented in this article explores the nature and use of certain technologies and their communication strategies within a personalized domestic setting. Herein traditional content in a technological package is presented. This article therefore, seeks to explore ways that speak to the need to deconstruct African identity and tradition and poses the question ‘Who am I’ as it sits at the heart of being innovative with modern technology.
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Accepted 2015-12-07
Published 2016-04-18
