Securitization of Development in Africa: Challenges of Building Security and Development
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he African continent's historical trajectory reveals how colonial powers replicated and imposed the nation-state concept.Abstract
The African continent's historical trajectory reveals how colonial powers replicated and imposed the nation-state concept. These powers sought to align state structures with their economic and strategic interests, as well as with the prevailing international political balance in Europe and the aspirations for colonial empire-building. The contradictions accompanying state formation have created significant obstacles to achieving development goals and establishing a modern state capable of fostering growth and development.
