The Complex Interplay between Power, Politics, and African Agency: The Philosophy of Toyin Falola

The Complex Interplay between Power, Politics, and African Agency: The Philosophy of Toyin Falola by Serges Djoyou Kamga examines the impact of colonialism by using Toyin Falola’s philosophy as a framework. It delves into the evolution of African political culture under colonial rule. This book offers a unique perspective on the intricate dynamics of African society, providing a deeper understanding of how power and politics have shaped African culture. Kamga emphasizes the complex interplay between these elements and highlights the significance of African voices in determining their own destiny. Using Falola’s works, this book analyzes and critiques the influence of Europe and establishes the ongoing unequal relationship between ex-colonized African countries and their imperialist colonizers. This book is highly recommended for scholars of African studies, political science, and anyone interested in African history and culture.

Table of Contents:
Foreword Preface Introduction Chapter 1: Studying Falola, and Its Enriching Experience Chapter 2: Decolonial Agency, Hybridity, and Modernity Chapter 3: African Politics and Nationalism in Transition Chapter 4: Coloniality and Its Ambiguities Chapter 5: Coloniality of Culture: How Colonialism Ongoing Influences Perception, Beliefs, and Values in Africa Chapter 6: Postcoloniality of Culture: Developing Awareness of How Colonialism Has Shaped Cultural Expression Chapter 7: Memoirs of Power in the Postcolonial Chapter 8: The Limit of Power and Democracy Chapter 9: Elusive Development: The Challenge of Alleviating Poverty and Achieving Prosperity and Progress in Africa Chapter 10: Gendered Politics and Agency: For a Fair and Equal Society, Women Need to Become Agents of Political Change Chapter 11: Rethinking Knowledge: Toward Decolonizing Knowledge Production in Africa Conclusion: Imagined Future Bibliography About the Author

About the Author :
Serges Djoyou Kamga is professor of human rights law and serves as the dean of the faculty of law at the University of the Free State.

Review :
Overall, this is a fine summary of a major scholar’s work... Recommended. Graduate students and faculty. The Complex Interplay between Power, Politics, and African Agency: The Philosophy of Toyin Falola deepens our understanding of an Africanist’s response to the challenge of African agency in the twenty-first century. Africa’s development will remain still born if the continent refuses to take charge of its affairs through an ideological reawakening. The African renaissance is an agential imperative. Africa's liberation from Western paradigms is achieved when a brilliant academic honors the work of one of the most brilliant and prolific African intellectuals. Serges Djoyou Kamga's new book honors Toyin Falola's philosophical vision of an African continent where the return of its noble letters is necessary. This book is a huge step in attempting to cover significant parts of Toyin Falola’s incredibly vast scholarly output.