What Has Been the Significance of the Concepts of Pan-Africanism

question 114

Essay

What has been the significance of the concepts of Pan-Africanism and nationalism in the development of the independent nations of Africa? How have dreams clashed with realities in the independent nations of Africa,and how have African governments sought to meet these challenges? Why do tensions between farmers and pastoral peoples appear to be on the rise in Africa today? In what parts of the continent is the problem most serious?

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Definitions:

Prejudice

A prejudgment or unjustifiable, and usually negative, attitude of one type of individual or groups toward another group and its members.

Social Cooperative

A group or organization that operates on the principles of mutual assistance and collaboration among its members for a common goal.

Aggressive Outbursts

Aggressive outbursts are sudden, intense expressions of anger or violence that can result from frustration, certain psychological conditions, or emotional distress.

Frustration-aggression Principle

A theory suggesting that frustration leads to aggressive behavior, as aggression is seen as a means to eliminate the source of frustration.