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Africa Unbound: Reflections of an African Statesman
About this book
Africa Unbound is Alex Quaison-Sackey's impassioned and insightful reflection on the challenges and possibilities facing Africa during the pivotal years of decolonization. Written by one of Ghana's most distinguished diplomats and statesmen, the book captures both the optimism and urgency of a continent in transition as newly independent nations sought to define their identities, chart development paths, and navigate the complexities of Cold War geopolitics.
Drawing on his own experiences as Ghana's representative at the United Nations and as a prominent voice in Pan-African politics, Quaison-Sackey examines the pressing issues of the era—national sovereignty, economic development, political stability, and the quest for unity across the continent. His reflections are at once deeply personal and broadly analytical, offering candid assessments of the successes and setbacks in Africa's journey toward independence and self-determination.
Quaison-Sackey writes with the conviction of a participant in history, blending memoir, political analysis, and visionary thought. He emphasizes the need for Africans to embrace their cultural heritage while innovating for the future, warning against dependency and the lingering effects of colonialism. Africa Unbound stands as both a historical document and a manifesto for action, embodying the hopes of a generation that believed in Africa's ability to take its rightful place on the world stage.
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Table of contents
- Title page
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Foreword
- Preface
- I — The African Independence Movement
- II — The African Personality
- III — African Unity: The Meaning of the Accra Conference
- IV — Positive Neutralism and Nonalignment
- V — Africa and the United Nations
- VI — Reflections of a Young Statesman