Essays and Research Papers on Africa

A 6 page paper which examines the obstacles that Nigeria faces in their political and economic development as based on the textbook “Comparitive Politics.” The author of this text is unknown as the pages were provided by the student and have no such information. No additional sources cited.

This 16 page paper examines FDI in Africa and obstacles to success. Globalization is discussed as problematic in general terms but when more specifics are provided on FDI it is learned that the situation is not quite so clear cut. The future of FDI is seen as positive as it respects Africa. Various ...

8 pages in length. Understanding the reason for and impact of globalization is as easy as surfing the Internet; because of its expansive supply of information, the Web has myriad sites that explain, support and condemn what has come to be the world's new way to interact. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

Time, place, expectation, disappointment, surrender, rebellion, desired commitment and buried anger all surface in women of every culture, but when Mariama Ba applies them to her African marriage culture in So Long a Letter, she goes a phase deeper into female existence. It is that silent partner, always a step behind, always there, always observing, ...

5 pages in length. Social change is as much a part of man's existence as needing air to breathe and food to eat. The extent to which social change allows the human race to progress and improve is both grand and far-reaching; without the advancements inherent to social change -- not the least ...

This 6 page paper discusses the misrepresentation by Western Media of the situations facing Africa. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the nation of Zimbabwe and compares and contrasts it with that of the United States. Various things are discussed inclusive of but not limited to population, literacy, religion, language and values. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper considers the aspect of famine and looks at the different theories that have sought to examine what starvation occurs and the way that it should be handled. The paper includes the theories of Malthus, Sen and de Waal. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A paper which looks at the causes of desertification in the Sudan, and suggests national and international policies which might be implemented to address this issue. Bibliography lists 3 sources

An 8 page outline of the situation which Americans might encounter in Ethiopia. The author of this paper contends that while their are economic incentives to be gained by the American firm and Ethiopians alike, firms must be prepared to prepare their American staff for the cultural differences which they are likely to encounter ...

A 2 page paper which examines “The Gelede Spectacle” as it relates to colony, republic, and empire. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page paper which provides an overview of Somalia with a discussion of education as it relates to immigrants in the United States. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses the U.S. relations with Angola and its limited military strategy in that country, dating from the Reagan Doctrine of the mid-1980s through President George W. Bush's recent lifting of sanctions against UNITA and Angola. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses the rulership of Sonni Ali, the 15th century ruler of Songhay in West Africa. The paper discusses his invasion of Timbuktu, as well as his impact on the entire emplire. Also included is a brief discussion about the impact of Islam on the region at the time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

3 pages in length. Technology, in its infinite form, is certainly a much-needed element in the progress of humankind; without such perpetual improvement of existence, man would remain stagnant and eventually decline. However, as beneficial as technology is for many, it represents nothing but struggle and insulation for others caught up in the ...

This 11 page paper considers what impact the structural adjustment programmes (SAP’s) from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have had on African nations. The paper outlines the SAP’s and who they are meant to work and then looks at the positive results, such as increased stability and economic growth and the ...

This 12 page paper discusses the warfare between the Tutsis and the Hutus in Rwanda. Also discussed and examined was the International World Criminal Court's actions and decisions regarding the trial of Akeyesu. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page summary and critique of Africa and the Disciplines (1993), a compilation of essays that argue that African research is not only vital to disciplines such as economics, history and politics, but that this research helped to form the substance of these disciplines as we know them today. No additional sources cited.

A 3 page paper discussing the first known king of Mali. Sundiata carries such hope and promise for African Americans that several have chosen to adopt not only the symbolism associated with this first king of Mali, but also his name. The historical Sundiata lived in early 13th century West Africa. He ...

The Organisation of African Unity (OAU), has developed into the African Union,(AU), with the stated objective of creating a union similar to the European Union. This 15 page paper considers if this is a realistic goal. The writer looks at the development of the European Union and compares this to the development of the AU, ...

During 2001 the South African collapsed, with no logical or immediately apparent reason. This 5 page paper argues that there were many smaller causes that contributed to the fall, but that the overall cause was the lack of confidence in the government and the perception of inefficient economic management. This is supported by the recovery ...

An 8 page overview of the geographical, political, and cultural factors influencing Turkey. Addresses Turkey’s status in the modern world, particularly her relationship with the U.S. and France and the importance of her pipelines. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing this novel by Alexander Smith in terms of principles of ethics in general, but specifically those involving health care. The bottom-line message is that there are certain basic rights that individuals should be able to expect in their lives, but that are not always made available to them. ...

This 5 page paper discusses the musical stylings, trend, culture of Amandla. Artists featured as well as the film discussed. Bibliographpy lists 4 sources.

An 8 page research paper that contrasts and compares the economic growth of countries in Asia to those in Latin America and Africa, specifically addressing why growth elsewhere in the world has not matched the performance of Asia economies. The writer argues that the blame lies primarily with government mismanagement, corruption and greed. Bibliography lists ...