Abstract
In this paper I discuss the meaning of the theory of conversational philosophy. I show
that its background inspiration is derived from an under-explored African notion of
relationship or communion or interdependence. I argue that conversational philosophy
forms a theoretic framework on which most ethical, metaphysical and epistemological
discourses in African philosophy—and by African philosophers—could be grounded.
I call this framework the method of conversationalism. I unveil some of its basic
principles and show its significance in and beyond African philosophy.