Africa finds itself at the centre stage of world politics in the twenty-first century. To truly determine its rising influence and role in world affairs would mean unravelling the politics of imperialism the Cold War and globalisation. Going beyond Euro-American perspectives this book presents a comprehensive study of Africa and its role in world politics. Africa in World Affairs: â Closely examines the transition of Africa in its colonial and post-colonial phases; â Explores the intellectual history of modern Africa through liberation struggles social movements leaders and thinkers; â Investigates the continentâs relationships with former colonial powers such as Britain France and Portugal; untangles complexities of French neo-colonialism and sheds light on the role of the superpower such as the USA and major and rising powers like China and India; â Highlights complex and wide-ranging diversities of the region and the ways in which it continues to negotiate with issues of modernity racism and globalisation. A core text on Africa and the world this book will be indispensable for students of African studies politics and international relations and history. It will also be a must-read for policymakers diplomats and government think tanks. . Language: English