Contextualizing Political Ideologies. A Comparative Analysis of Democracy in Western Nations and the Development of Tailored Governance Systems in Sub- Saharan Africa E-Book

Hafiz Abdul Hamid Salifu

• Herausgeber: GRIN Verlag
• Kategorie: Geisteswissenschaft
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2024 in the subject Politics - Region: Africa, University of Ghana, Legon, language: English, abstract: This paper explores the complexities of applying Western democratic principles in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on the historical, socio-economic, and cultural contexts that shape governance systems. By comparing Western democracies such as the United Kingdom, Germany and France with tailored governance systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, specifically Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and Kenya, the study highlights the distinct challenges and adaptations in these regions. The analysis is grounded in theoretical discourse on democracy, employing both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the nuances of political and social rights and citizen participation.