African Histories and Modernities: Challenges and Opportunities

Falola, T.; Mbah, E.

60 years after independence, African nations still find it difficult to face a number of challenges, from establishing meaningful democratic institutions to establish social structures centered on the advancement of gender equality. This volume approaches these contemporary African challenges while combating a reflexive and facile Afro-Pessimism.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2014-08-20

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137438911

DOI: 10.1057/9781137444134

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 261