Indigenous Systems, Colonialism, Colonial Legacies, and Africa’s Economic Challenges
Why is Africa Failing?
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Beschreibung
This book is an exploration of Africa’s enduring struggles and immense potential. It examines the historical roots of Africa’s socio-economic challenges, from the disruption of indigenous systems to the lasting effects of colonialism and neo-colonialism. By blending African philosophical perspectives with incisive critiques of globalization and governance, it provides a fresh and compelling analysis of the continent’s path toward true sovereignty and sustainable development. Rich with historical depth and philosophical insight, this work challenges conventional narratives about African development and offers innovative strategies for breaking free from dependency on global capitalist systems. With its interdisciplinary approach and forward-looking solutions, this book is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone invested in Africa’s transformation.
Stephen Onyango Ouma is a Kenyan philosopher and author of several books. He is currently the publications manager Consolata Philosophy Book Series and the Editor-in-Chief of Horizons Journal at Consolata Institute of Philosophy (CIP), where he also serves as a lecturer.
This book is an exploration of Africa’s enduring struggles and immense potential. It examines the historical roots of Africa’s socio-economic challenges, from the disruption of indigenous systems to the lasting effects of colonialism and neo-colonialism. By blending African philosophical perspectives with incisive critiques of globalization and governance, it provides a fresh and compelling analysis of the continent’s path toward true sovereignty and sustainable development. Rich with historical depth and philosophical insight, this work challenges conventional narratives about African development and offers innovative strategies for breaking free from dependency on global capitalist systems. With its interdisciplinary approach and forward-looking solutions, this book is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone invested in Africa’s transformation.
Serves as a valuable resource for those interested in African philosophy, governance, and development Offers empirically grounded recommendations for improving governance and achieving sustainable development Enriches academic debates on neo-colonialism, globalization, and the African development paradigm
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Stephen Onyango Ouma
Themen in »Indigenous Systems, Colonialism, Colonial Legacies, and Africa’s Economic Challenges«
African Development Postcolonial Studies Neo-Colonialism Governance Indigenous Knowledge Systems Economic Transformation