Joanne L.
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Joanne L. commented on What are the models of success in Africa? on January 30, 2008, 9:33 AM
Also depends on what lens success is being viewed through- Western Lens or the African lens. How do you define success?
Joanne L. commented on Where did the developed and developing worlds diverge? on January 30, 2008, 9:31 AM
You cannot neglect to mention the legacy of the colonialism as a dividing factor, and also the fact that much of the West was 'developed' on the back of slave labour- many countries in the majority world had their natural growth stunted by colonialism and where they could have been developing and advancing their natural systems of rule, and governance- they were forced to adapt ways that were not their own, and are not being assessed on this.
Joanne L. commented on The Colonial Legacy in Africa on January 30, 2008, 4:47 AM
One cannot deny history.Colonialism stunted the natural progression and growth of developing nations. You have to recognize that the eduction, culture and religious practices of the groups and individuals were denied to them and they were forced to take on practices and beliefs that were not their own.
Joanne L. commented on What are the models of success in Africa? on January 30, 2008, 4:33 AM
Also depends on what lens success is being viewed through- Western Lens or the African lens. How do you define success?
Joanne L. commented on The Colonial Legacy in Africa on January 30, 2008, 9:47 AM
One cannot deny history.Colonialism stunted the natural progression and growth of developing nations. You have to recognize that the eduction, culture and religious practices of the groups and individuals were denied to them and they were forced to take on practices and beliefs that were not their own.