Nomatter Sande

Dr. Nomatter Sande is a Research Associate in the Department of Sociological & Cultural Studies at the University of Glasgow. He holds a PhD in Religion and Social Transformation from the University of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, and has been a Research Fellow at the University of South Africa (UNISA). His work bridges religion, migration, disability, and gendered spaces, with a focus on African contexts and diasporas.

• Education:
  • PhD in Religion and Social Transformation, University of KwaZulu Natal (South Africa)
  • Research Fellowship, University of South Africa (UNISA)

His research integrates religious studies, sociology, and anthropology to explore the role of religion in societal change. Key contributions include a monograph on disability and Zimbabwean churches (African Churches Ministering 'to and with' Persons with Disabilities, 2023) and edited volumes on gender-based violence and migration (Gendered Spaces, Religion and Migration in Zimbabwe, 2022). He has also published widely in journals like Journal of Religion in Africa and HTS Teologiese Studies.

His articles analyze topics such as religious diversity in the UK, diasporic Pentecostal practices, and the intersection of religion and public health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sande’s work often addresses issues of inequality, migration, and the ethical implications of technological advancements in religious contexts.

Professional activities include presentations at conferences like the Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies (2016) and the European Pentecostal Theology Association (2019).