Understanding confusion in Africa : the politics of multiculturalism and nation-building in Cameroon / Peter Atech-Afac Fossungu.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fossungu, Peter Ateh-Afac.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Multiculturalism--Cameroon.

Multiculturalism.

Nation-building--Cameroon.

Nation-building.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (272 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Oxford : Langaa RPCIG, 2013.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Cameroon is often considered to be Africa ís legendary pathfinder. This book argues essentially that Cameroon cannot competently champion African unity and progress until it can correctly pursue its own multicultural nation-building. Cameroon's success continental-wise would depend on its theory and practice of multiculturalism, as particularly reflected in (1) the rejoicing in its historical diversity and the harmonious co-existence of its Systems of Education which must, of necessity, be linked to (2) effective federalization or decentralization of uniquely cultural matters. Critically examine

Contents:

Introduction

Advanced Multiculturalism and the February Story: The Politics of National (Dis) Unity in the Hinge of Africa

The Perfect Nation Is an Anathema to Multiculturalism

The One-Party System (Or 'Pluralistic Democracy') Is an Abomination to Multiculturalism

Colonialism and the Leadership Mess in Africa: When History is Not Historical

From Cameroon to Njangawatar?

Leadership Non-Charisma and Non-Challenge of Historic Trivia: The Uniting of One History Is Why Cameroon Is not Championing in the Development Business in Africa

Conclusion

References.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 245-256).

ISBN:

9789956790609

9956790605

9789956790623

9956790621

OCLC:

836400556