Is there ever hope for African development?

Short double answer: No, if you believe how the lazy Western Media portray Africa. Yes, if you read what my fellow respondents wrote. As an African, I try not to drink much of the 'Africa Rising' kool aid. read more

Short double answer: No, if you believe how the lazy Western Media portray Africa. Yes, if you read what my fellow respondents wrote. As an African, I try not to drink much of the 'Africa Rising' kool aid. read more

From the very first page, Leonard and Strauss balance the need for an honest appraisal of African options with a reasoned sense of hope. Their aim is to blend the best of the critiques from the left and the right. They take a page from conservative critics of development by arguing that aid corrupts African societies and should be reduced. read more