Africa's Agenda: The Legacy of Liberalism and Colonialism in the Crisis of African Values

by Harvey J. Sindima

Liberal philosophy came to Africa through colonialism: it was taught in schools, preached and supported by the churches, and maintained and encouraged by an economic system characterized by competition and maximizing profit--capitalism. Thirty years after independence, liberal philosophy continues to erode traditional values in Africa. To redirect Africans to symbols of common life and respect for persons, nationalist leaders have tried other philosophies:...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313294798
• ISBN13: 9780313294792
• Release Date: October 1995
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"