Following a triumphant launch and signing event for the book, Restoring Africa’s Spiritual Identity at the V & A Waterfront’s Exclusive Books store in Emangalisweni (Cape Town) on December 16, 2024, Gauteng welcomed the second leg of the book signing on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg.
Over 800 individuals from various areas of the region received copies of this enchanting book by African Hidden Voices.
The book was sold out the moment it hit the shelves and it ranked No. 1 best seller at the Exclusive Books store.
As the globe undergoes a resurgence of African revival, the book encourages the African individual to reclaim his spiritual identity, which is essential to move beyond belief and return to knowing. “I have been eager to obtain a copy of this intriguing book, and now that it’s in my hands, I look forward to deepening my understanding of my identity. I also cannot wait to have my kids read the book too”. expressed Siyephi Mtshali.
Crowds gathered, attracting the attention of onlookers, and when Nomalinge Dlamini discovered that there was a book signing of such a captivating book, she hurriedly made her way to the store to buy her own copy. “As an African, I have always been curious about our identity, and I am thankful that this book will provide me with clarity and help me comprehend my spirituality as an African.”
The young and the elderly eagerly and patiently anticipated getting their copies of the book signed by Imboni Dr uZwi-LezweRadebe.
Bab’Ntisa, who possessed two copies, mentioned that he purchased an extra one for his wife because he wants her to gain insight into spiritual issues and her identity as an African.
The absence of spiritual identity amounted not only to a void in spiritual practices but also to a deep loss of what it truly means to be African. This captivating book addresses the fundamental essence of African Spiritual Identity and the response of people on the book certifies that Africa will reclaim her glory.
