This fully updated fifth edition of An Introduction to African Politics is an excellent textbook for anyone new to the political study of Africa. The book covers six decades of postcolonial history and examines essential issues such as dealing with the colonial past, the role of ethnic and religious identities, the failure of the one-party state, and the dominance of electoral authoritarianism in contemporary Africa.
Key features
- Thematic structure with chapters on colonialism, ethnicity, nationalism, religion, social classes, ideology, legitimacy, authority, sovereignty, and democracy.
- New division into five parts that better illuminates the political evolution of Africa.
- New chapter on the rise of 'hybrid states' and 'electoral authoritarianism'.
- More attention to current governance trends such as the influence of China, changing military roles, client-patron networks, Western conditions, and the debate around 'Africa rising'.
- Use of color in maps, photos, and data for better visual support.
- Extensive case studies on Mali, Tanzania, Nigeria, Botswana, Ivory Coast, Uganda, Somalia, Ghana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tunisia, and Angola.
- Each chapter concludes with key concepts, questions, and suggestions for further reading.
Target audience and applications
This Dutch-language learning material is suitable for students and interested parties at the HBO/WO level, and can be used in education, for self-study, and as a reference in professional contexts.
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