Weird and Wonderful: On Pentecostalism and its growing prevalence in Africa

In the past few decades, there has been an unexpected surge in the number of charismatic Pentecostal prophets, often referred to as "men of God" within Pentecostal circles. Pentecostalism is rapidly becoming one of the most expanding branches of Christianity across the continent. So much so that people now trust in religious leaders more than political leaders in most African countries. How did this happen? What has been influence of Pentecostalism in Africa and why is it so popular? Joining me to have this discussion is Nimi Wariboko, Professor of Social Ethics at Boston University and theologian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.