The complexities and uncertainties of development
The domestic context
History and the legacy of colonialism
Big men, personal rule, and patronage politics
Violent conflict and civil war
Political change and democratization
Core development questions
Africa's growth puzzle
Economic reform and the politics of adjustment
The international aid system
Debt burdens and debt relief
Poverty, human development, and HIV/AIDS
Regionalism and globalization
The African Union and regional institutions
Africa and world trade
Private investment and the business environment
Conclusion
Some concluding themes.
African development : making sense of the issues and actors by Todd J. Moss. ISBN 9781588267696. Published by Lynne Rienner in 2011. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.