The Politics of Patronage in Africa

Résumé du livre

Explores political aspects of public and private enterprise in sub-Saharan Africa during the 1980s and 1990s. Examines the expansion and performance of the public enterprise sector, analyses the nature and extent of the restructuring of the sector and discusses political aspects of privatization. Investigates African governments' attitudes towards private capital and foreign investors. Considers moves towards the reorientation of the economic role of African states, the strengthening of state economic management and the promotion of good governance.