State Politics in Zimbabwe by Jeffrey Herbst provides an analytical study of the political structures, governance patterns, and state-building processes in Zimbabwe during the post-independence period. Herbst examines how political authority is constructed, maintained, and contested within Zimbabwe’s unique social and economic landscape. Covering themes such as the relationship between the st…
Between 2000 and 2010, six of the ten fastest-growing economies worldwide were African. In this favorable environment, how do we make sure jobs and poverty reduction follow? Now is the time for African countries to consider how economic growth and political liberalization should reinforce each other. Africa has experienced two liberations: the first from colonial and racist regimes and the seco…
This book asks how the political leaders of Africa, as well as interest groups can promote economic growth in their countries. Drawing on studies of countries outside Africa, Jeffrey Herbst and Greg Mills identify the factors separating the performers form the laggards worldwide. Aside from the need to create an enabling environment for business through good governance, provision of infrastruct…