The African Perspective
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The African Perspective

  1. 393 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
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The African Perspective

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Trade Dynamics in the 21st Century: The African Perspective explores the complex interplay between international trade, sustainable development, and socio-economic transformation in Africa. Grounded in contemporary discourse, the book critically examines how trade activities by governments, private sector actors, and non-state institutions influence poverty alleviation, wealth creation, and environmental sustainability. With a particular focus on Southern Africa, it investigates the promises and pitfalls of trade as a tool for inclusive development, highlighting the urgent need for responsible governance and strategic oversight in trade policy and practice.

Drawing on multidisciplinary insights from economics, politics, history, and development studies, this volume offers a comprehensive analysis of key themes such as foreign direct investment, industrialisation, remittances, and the export of natural resources. Through its emphasis on sustainable trade practices, the authors provide a timely contribution to the global conversation on equitable growth and regional integration. It is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand and shape Africa's evolving role in the international trade system.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Trade Dynamics in the 21st Century
  3. Trade Dynamics in the 21st Century: The African Perspective
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. List of Figures
  8. List of Tables
  9. List of Appendices
  10. List of Abbreviations
  11. About the Editors
  12. About the Contributors
  13. Preface
  14. Acknowledgements
  15. About the Book
  16. 1. Trade Dynamics in Africa: Introduction and Background
  17. 2. Africa’s Trade Policy Context in the 21st Century
  18. 3. The State of Industrialisation and Economic Diversification Within SADC: Prospects for Enhanced Regional Trade
  19. 4. Institutional Quality and Export Performance in an Emerging Market Economy: Evidence From Botswana
  20. 5. Sorghum Production and Trade Policies in Zimbabwe
  21. 6. Strengthening International Trade and Sustainable Development Goal No. 5: Relationship Between Gender Diversity and Crea ...
  22. 7. Zimbabwe Is Open for Business: Interrogating the Nexus Between the Country’s Infrastructure Development and Internationa ...
  23. 8. The Extractive Sector, the Environment and International Trade in the SADC Region
  24. 9. Revealed Comparative Advantages, Industrial Capacities, Trade and Economic Growth: Case for the Pharmaceutical Industry ...
  25. 10. African Continental Free Trade Area: A Diamond Factor Model Perspective
  26. 11. An Analysis of the Impact of Chinese Import Penetration on Zimbabwe’s Manufacturing Sector
  27. 12. ICT Advancement and International Trade in Selected African Countries in the 21st Century
  28. 13. Impact of FDI on African International Trade in the 21st Century
  29. 14. Africa’s Marine Economies and International Trade: Challenges and Opportunities
  30. 15. Transport Infrastructure Development and International Trade in Africa
  31. 16. The Future of Trade in Africa: A Conclusion
  32. Index

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