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Curiosity Unbounded, Ep 2: Bureaucracies, dictatorships, and the power of Africa's people — Mai Hassan

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The Perception of Africa and the Reality of African States

This chapter explores the perceived weakness of African states and compares it to the actual strength of their political systems. It discusses the role of political science, public administration, and bureaucracy in Africa, as well as the dynamics of repressive regimes and the push for self-governance.

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