Answer to Question #250582 in Philosophy for carrie

Question

Define Ubuntu/Botho, its origin, meaning and relation to conflict resolution

Answer 1

Both or ubuntu is a philosophy that dates back to the dawn of time. For many indigenous tribal tribes in Africa and South Africa, it was a philosophy and a way of life. It is a traditional African idea that encourages people to band together and is more communal in their attitude, thereby keeping an eye out for one another. Mark Shuttleworth, a South African entrepreneur and proprietor of Canonical Ltd. in the United Kingdom, created the Ubuntu Foundation in October 2004, responsible for developing a computer operating system based on Debian Linux. Ubuntu is the name he gave to the Linux distribution. Ubuntu is a conflict resolution technique utilized in Africa. It has five stages: Following an inquiry, criminals are urged to accept responsibility; they are encouraged to express genuine sorrow; they are encouraged to seek forgiveness; and victims are encouraged to do the same.