Democratization in late twentieth-century Africa : coping with uncertainty
It is widely agreed that since 1990 Sub-Saharan Africa has undergone a process of political transformation. This study takes a critical look at the evolution and contradictions of democratization in seven African nations, each at a different stage in the democratization process.
Contributions in political science, no. 385
xi, 162 pages ; 25 cm.
9780313307935, 0313307938
38504468
Preface Introduction: Understanding Democratization by Jean-Germain Gros Democratization in Malawi: Its Roots and Prospects by Sam A. Mchombo Cameroon: A Flawed Transition to Democracy by Tatah Mentan Nigeria: Militarization and Perpetual Transition by Julius O. Ihonvbere Democracy, State-Building, and "Nations" in Ethiopia: 1974-95 by Kassahun Berhanu Leadership and Democratization: The Case of Tanzania by Jean-Germain Gros Elections and Democratic Transition in Ghana: 1991-96 by Kwamina Panford The Irony of Wealth: Democratization in Gabon by Nelson N. Messone and Jean-Germain Gros Bibliography Index