African Political Parties: Evolution, Institutionalisation and Governance FROM THE PUBLISHER
The authors of this collection interrogate the political health of African political parties and evaluate the theory and practice of party functions, ideology and structure. Through fresh analysis using a variety of case studies, they question the democratic credentials of African political parties and propose new methods for achieving inclusive, broad-based representation. Themes include the evolution of African political parties; the unique historical, political and social circumstances that shaped their structures and functions; the relationship between African political parties and government; political parties and representation; political parties and electoral systems; and political parties and parliament. Case studies include Ethiopia, Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and many others.
SYNOPSIS
The authors of this collection interrogate the political health of African political parties and evaluate the theory and practice of party functions, ideology and structure. Through fresh analysis using a variety of case studies, they question the democratic credentials of African political parties and propose new methods for achieving inclusive, broad-based representation.Themes include the evolution of African political parties; the unique historical, political and social circumstances that shaped their structures and functions; the relationship between African political parties and government; political parties and representation; political parties and electoral systems; and political parties and parliament. Case studies include Ethiopia, Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and many others.
Home
