Jerónimo de Azambuja

Jerónimo de Azambuja

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Jerónimo de Azambuja was a Portuguese Inquisitor in the 16th century, known for meticulously documenting trials, including that of Mónica Fernandes. His records provide crucial insights into the workings of the Inquisition and the colonial mindset that criminalized Indigenous knowledge and practices.

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Jerónimo de Azambuja meticulously recorded the trial of Mónica Fernandes during the Inquisition.

Mónica’s story: the woman shipped from Ghana to Portugal in 1556 to stand trial for using traditional medicine
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-05
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