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The book explores the intricate relationship between civil society and the politics of belonging in Africa, challenging the simplistic views held by neoliberal discourse. It argues that ethno-regional associations play a crucial role in civil society, often overshadowing conventional organizations. Through a case study of Cameroon, the author highlights how the pervasive politics of belonging influences various aspects of associational life, urging a reevaluation of existing assumptions about civil society to better reflect African realities.
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Neoliberal Bandwagonism, Piet Konings
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Neoliberal Bandwagonism
- Subtitle
- Civil society and the politics of belonging in Anglophone Cameroon
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Piet Konings
- Publisher
- Langaa RPCIG
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 274
- ISBN13
- 9789956558230
- Category
- Business and Economics
- Description
- The book explores the intricate relationship between civil society and the politics of belonging in Africa, challenging the simplistic views held by neoliberal discourse. It argues that ethno-regional associations play a crucial role in civil society, often overshadowing conventional organizations. Through a case study of Cameroon, the author highlights how the pervasive politics of belonging influences various aspects of associational life, urging a reevaluation of existing assumptions about civil society to better reflect African realities.