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The chain of crises

An innovative analysis of political leadership in Africa between 1960 and 2018, drawing on an entirely new dataset.

This book is a timely guide on what constitutes effective leadership in Africa. It explores how today’s leaders in Africa perceive their role, the challenges

When Nelson Mandela was sworn in as president on 10 May 1994, South Africa enjoyed an unprecedented global standing. Much of the international community, partic