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Boitumelo Ben Senokoane
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Boitumelo Ben "BB" Senokoane (born August 18, 1979) is a South African theologian, professor, unionist, politician, and public intellectual. He is known for his contributions to systematic theology, African religious thought, and socio-political discourse. Currently, he is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy, Practical, and Systematic Theology at the UNISA[1].
Early Life and Education
editSenokoane was born in Hertzogville, South Africa. His upbringing was influenced by South Africa's social and religious dynamics, which shaped his theological and academic pursuits.
He pursued higher education in theology, earning the following degrees:
Bachelor of Theology - UNISA, 2002[2] Bachelor of Theology (Honours) - UNISA, 2003[3] Master of Theology - Theological University Kampen, Netherlands (2004–2005)[4] Doctor of Theology - UNISA, 2017[5]
Academic and Professional Career
editSenokoane began his career at UNISA, where he has held multiple academic and leadership positions.
Associate Professor - Department of Philosophy, Practical, and Systematic Theology (2017–present)[6]. He teaches courses on systematic theology and supervises research focused on African Christian thought. Director of Stakeholder Engagement - Office of the Vice-Principal for Institutional Development, UNISA (2020–present), overseeing partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and institutional projects[7]. Senokoane is also a key figure in UNISA’s union and governance structures:
General Secretary - Academic and Professional Staff Association (APSA) (2014–present), advocating for staff rights and labor equity[8].
Supervision and Examination Experience
editMaster’s Thesis Supervisor - Supervises graduate students in theology, with notable research on African Christian perspectives[9]. External Examiner - University of Pretoria, University of KwaZulu-Natal, reviewing theses on African theology[10].
Public Service and Community Roles
editSenokoane is active in South African public and community roles:
Executive Member, UNISA Convocation (2016) - Representing alumni interests in university governance[11]. Council Member, UNISA (2017–2021)[12] National Executive Committee Member, South African Federation of Trade Unions (2017–present), addressing labor and social issues in South Africa[13]. Member, Gauteng Geographical Names Committee (2020–present), advising on cultural and historical name changes[14].
Ecclesiastical Roles
editSenokoane has held various leadership roles in South African religious communities:
National Executive Committee Member - South African Council of Churches (SACC) (2013–2017)[15]. Moderator, URCSA Southern Synod Region (2023–present), leading initiatives within the Uniting Reformed Church in Southern Africa (URCSA)[16].
Publications
editSenokoane’s works contribute to discussions on African theology and socio-political issues:
"Witchcraft that comes with the Bible," HTS Teologiese Studies, Vol 78(2) (2022)[17]. "Unsuspicious reception of Biblical discourse in Africa and its implications for polygamy," Acta Theologica, Vol 36 (2023)[18]. "The devil, 666 and the Covid-19 vaccine," HTS Theological Studies, Vol 77(1) (2021). "Back to Africa; Towards a re-imagination of ‘youth in Africa’," Black Religious Landscaping in Africa and United States, Peter Lang (2021).
Media Commentary
editSenokoane is a frequent media commentator:
Selected Newspaper Articles
editSenokoane’s opinion pieces cover socio-political issues in South Africa:
"Racial ownership of SARB is problematic and must be confronted," IOL, June 8, 2020[19]. "Momentariness doctrine of our government," Voices360, April 30, 2020[20]. "Poor are cut off from economic activity," Cape Argus, April 24, 2020[21].
== References ==
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- ^ "UNISA Alumni Records". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Academic Programs". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Theological University Kampen Alumni". Theological University Kampen. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Alumni Records". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Department of Philosophy, Practical and Systematic Theology Faculty List". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Office of the Vice-Principal Institutional Development". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Academic and Professional Staff Association (APSA)". APSA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Graduate Supervision Records". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UP External Examiners". University of Pretoria. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Convocation Records". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "UNISA Council Members". UNISA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "SAFTU NEC Members". SAFTU. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Gauteng Geographical Names Committee". Gauteng Government. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "South African Council of Churches (SACC)". SACC. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Uniting Reformed Church in Southern Africa (URCSA)". URCSA. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Senokoane, BB (2022). "Witchcraft that comes with the Bible". HTS Teologiese Studies. 78 (2). doi:10.4102/hts.v78i1.7869. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Senokoane, BB (2023). "Unsuspicious reception of Biblical discourse in Africa and its implications for polygamy". Acta Theologica. 36. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Senokoane, BB (2020-06-08). "Racial ownership of SARB is problematic and must be confronted". IOL. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Senokoane, BB (2020-04-30). "A temporary society and state: "Momentariness doctrine" of our government". Voices360. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Senokoane, BB (2020-04-24). "Poor are cut off from economic activity". Cape Argus. Retrieved 2024-11-01.