Pythagoras philosophy and the growth of African politics: A critical assessment

Pythagoras, in the process of investigating the structure of the world order, addressed issues, some of which are: transmigration and immortality of the soul, conflict of opposites, tetraktys and the world like a game offestival. This research critically examines Pythagoras‘ philosophy in the light of these issues and submits that, though Pythagoras’ philosophy is limited, perhaps, due to the fact that it is deeply rooted in mysticism, it contains some insights which can assist in the growth of African politics.