1725: Mneka Mbanje on African Humanism, Women’s Freethought, Religious Discrimination, and Deconversion in Zimbabwe
Author(s): Scott Douglas Jacobsen
Publication (Outlet/Website): Medium (Personal)
Publication Date (yyyy/mm/dd): 2026/08/07
“The story of how I learned about humanism is interesting because I was born into a staunch Seventh-day Adventist family.”
“Our goal is to help people understand that humanism is not something negative.”
“One underlying theme I have noticed is the perception that humanists are immoral or unethical.”
“It is very much gendered. Generally speaking, when it comes to morality, female morality is perceived differently from male morality.”
“I do have a code of ethics and personal morals that I abide by.”
“My main goal is to appreciate interfaith communication better.”
“I think it was more of a corroding away of faith until I was enlightened.”
“I put myself out there and own my beliefs unabashedly.”
“The transition has been very gendered for me because there is a strong tie between a woman’s worth in my society.”
“I’ve had many times where my character has been called into question due to my atheist beliefs.”
“I’ve lost quite a few partners and job opportunities as a result.”
“I’ve come to realize, though, that it’s a by-product of ignorance and society’s rigidity.”
“I hope this group opens up a more female-friendly discussion for free thinkers, especially within the African community.”
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