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Africa - Politics Presentation

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Online Presentation: Africa - Politics

 

 

Introduction:

 

The continent of Africa was forever changed by the colonization from the Western powers. Now the continent is a land of political struggles and mass genocides, often lost in the news. However, there remains to be hope and strong culture which keeps Africa alive and having a potential future. While a majority of the news out there today is negative, the states and people of Africa remain rich in culture and passion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Themes in African Politics

 

Effects of Colonialism in Africa:

 

Many of this issues in Africa today can be traced back to colonialism. Click below to learn more about this relationship.

 

Effects of Colonialism in Africa

 

Conflict, Civil War and Genocide in Africa:

 

“Africa has become an attractive and profitable dumping ground for nations and arm manufacturers eager to get rid of weapon stocks made superfluous by the end of the Cold War or by technological developments.” Center For Defense Information, 1999.

 

The effects of colonialism and the Cold War proxy wars have left African countries extremely divided. Everyday it seems there is a new conflicts due to political corruption, natural resources, race and religion on the continent. The following section will give a few examples of conflicts from the past 20 years. Click on the pages below to learn more about specific conflicts that have been haunting Africa throughout the years.

 

 

Rwanda

 

Sudan

 

Sierra Leone

 

Democratic Republic of Congo

 

 

Other Conflicts in Africa

 

Africa's Conflict Zones

 

Arms Conflicts in Africa

 

Crippling Cost of African Wars

 

 

Recent News Stories about Conflict, Civil War and Genocide in Africa

 

Uganda Rebels on Historic Visit

 

Sudan Survivors

 

Sierra Leone Rape Victims Not Helped

 

 

Government Corruption and Recent Democratic Elections:

 

Throughout Africa there is a wide variety of political systems.  Some nations have stable democracies and have recently held free elections.  Others are attempting to, but their authoritarian leaders prevent this from happening.  In others, elections occur however the corruption and fraud involved make them illegitimate.  Click on the links below to learn about specific nations in each category. 

 

Examples of Democratic Systems in Africa

 

African Nations On The Way To Democracy

 

Corrupt African Nations

 

Role of the Military

 

Power struggles have been the basis of most African conflict since the end of colonialism. Since most nations were left without education or any system of government, deciding who should hold the power has been very difficult. In some cases, leaders agree to a democratic system and abide by the constitutions they have; meaning they step down from power when their term is over. In other countries it is not that simple. For the majority of African countries, they have been in a state of political turmoil since receiving independence from their colonial powers. Every few years, there is a revolt and the leader is ousted, only to be replaced with a more corrupt and power hungry leader. Click below to see more information about the various government situations across Africa.

 

 

African has seen many military coups come and go, in and out of power. Many nations have seen the role of a military coup right after they have gained independence and don't have a clear ruling body. This section explores the role military coups have played in African and gives a few examples.

 

 

Hope for the Future

 

While their are many problems in Africa, and many of the stories have a negative connotation, there are many positive facts. Click below to learn more about recent advancements throughout Africa.

 

Hope for the Future

 

Political Connection with Social Services

 

The theme in Africa with Social Services is not enough. There stand to be many nations where the leaders want to take care of thei people and don't have the economic foundation to do so, or there's the other side where the money goes to the eilte rather than the majority. It does vary from state to state, and many stand fighting for the people, but ultimately there does remain many impoverished and service lacking people on the continent.

 

South African positive example

Others need outside aid

 

What's in the News?

 

*Flooding in northern, western and central Africa from BBC

 

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  • Central Africa

 

 

 

  • Northern Africa

 

 

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