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Jennifer Hart on African Mobility and Infrastructure

New Books in Anthropology

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Exploring Technology and Infrastructure in Ghana

This chapter examines the significance of studying technology within a global framework, particularly focusing on urban development and infrastructure in Ghana. It highlights the contributions of local scholars and the historical context of technology adoption by African entrepreneurs during the colonial era. Additionally, the discussion critiques the concept of informality in economic identities, revealing systemic inequalities in perceptions of technology and transportation.

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