Description: Course explores interdisciplinary perspectives on religion and politics in Africa focusing on indigenous religious, Christianity, and Islam. Readings will reflect theoretical perspectives, historical developments, regional angels, and contemporary issues such as sharia, gender, and reconciliation as political options. RELI 534 requires additional reading, review a book on the subject, and write a 25 page research paper. Cross-list: RELI 424. Recommended prerequisite(s): Basic reading ability in Tibetan. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for RELI 534 if student has credit for RELI 424.