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Federalism and Decentralization in Africa
Globalization and Fragmentation in Territorial Arrangements
Overview
This book examines the challenges and opportunities of administrative and territorial reconstruction in Africa from independence until the present time. In light of the rise of separatist movements in various African states and the ethnic, linguistic, and religious heterogeneity of many African societies, the book sheds new light on the fragmentation and decentralization of the African continent.
Analysis
The authors analyze the mechanisms, forms, and models of decentralization practiced today in Africa, taking into account both federalist and unitary experiences of decentralization, and discuss the potential of federalism to resolve conflicts within the continent.
Significance
The generalizations made in the course of such an analysis can significantly enrich the current vision of the development of the African continent and its future prospects.
Target Audience
The book will appeal to scholars and students of political science and African studies.
