Development in East Africa: Colonialism to Regionalism.
Abstract
This quote reflects the general sentiment shared by most African leaders today. It also highlights two critical aspects of the reality that African leaders have to face: inequality and the world system within which this inequality exists. In the current situation, which can (still) correctly be characterized by the term crisis, development strategies in Africa must address these issues in order to tackle the very real challenges that Africans face. This study starts from the assumption that these issues must be studied historically, since the situations and opportunities of the present are informed by the events of the past. Thus, in order to understand why African leaders have chosen to pursue regional groupings as a path towards development, it is necessary to examine the historical context within which these choices are made. Of great significance for this discussion is the colonial period. This period is notable in terms of Africa's social, political, and economic development. Specifically, colonialism is historically significant for the role that it played in accelerating the process of capitalist development in Africa.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 26, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA366248
Entities
People
- Esther N. Mukasa-magoye
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology