This historical study of Madagascar, authored by F. Labatut and R. Raharinarivonirina, provides a comprehensive overview of the island’s political, social, and cultural development. Designed primarily for educational purposes, the book traces Madagascar's history from early settlement and the rise of major kingdoms through the colonial period and into the modern era. With a preface by S. Raja…
“Mugabe: Teacher, Revolutionary, Tyrant” by Andrew Norman presents an in-depth biography of Robert Mugabe, tracing his transformation from a teacher and nationalist revolutionary leader into one of Africa’s most controversial political figures. The book explores his early life, ideological development, rise within the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU), and his central role in the l…
The Crisis in Zaire: Myths and Realities examines the political, social, and economic turmoil that shaped Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) during the late 20th century. Edited by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja, the book brings together analyses from leading scholars to challenge widespread misconceptions about the country’s instability. It explores the structural roots of authoritarian …
This book by Serge Zafimahova offers a critical and insightful analysis of Madagascar’s international and regional political dynamics within the Indian Ocean. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience as a former international affairs correspondent and presidential adviser, the work examines the interaction between global politics and Madagascar’s domestic policy. It highlights issues …
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…
Contribution to National Construction is a collection of political writings by Ahmadou Ahidjo, the first President of Cameroon, originally published in 1964. The book outlines Ahidjo’s vision for building a stable and unified Cameroonian nation after independence. He discusses key pillars of national construction, including political discipline, economic development, social cohesion, national…
Zimbabwe: The Political Economy of Transition 1980–1986 is a comprehensive analysis of Zimbabwe’s formative post-independence years. Edited by Ibbo Mandaza, the volume brings together contributions from leading scholars who examine the country’s economic restructuring, political developments, state-building process, and challenges faced during the early 1980s. The book explores issues suc…
Our Zimbabwe: An Element of Political Economy offers an analytical overview of Zimbabwe’s economic and political structures in the years following independence. Arthur Jim Patsanza examines the nation’s development challenges, economic policies, and the relationship between political decision-making and economic outcomes. The book discusses issues such as state planning, resource distributi…
Rhodesia: Racial Conflict or Coexistence? examines the political and racial tensions in Rhodesia (modern Zimbabwe) during the late colonial period. Patrick O’Meara analyzes the historical roots of racial conflict, the development of white minority rule, and the rise of African nationalist movements. The book discusses the prospects for racial coexistence, the impact of economic and political …
“Angola: Five Centuries of Conflict” by Lawrence W. Henderson provides a comprehensive historical analysis of Angola from the early years of Portuguese contact in the 15th century to the complex armed struggles of the 20th century. The book traces the dynamics of colonial domination, indigenous resistance, economic exploitation, and the rise of nationalist movements that eventually led to p…