Neopatrimonialism
Neopatrimonialism

Author: Fouad Sabry

Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable

Published: 2024-09-30

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13:

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Explore the intricate world of Neopatrimonialism in this essential "Political Science" volume. It delves into the fusion of traditional patrimonial practices with modern governance, highlighting their role in shaping political stability and development worldwide. A must-read for students, professionals, and enthusiasts, this book offers critical insights into contemporary political structures and their historical foundations. Chapters Overview: 1: Neopatrimonialism - Defines Neopatrimonialism and its role in modern political institutions. 2: Patrimonialism - Origins of Patrimonialism and its influence on governance and legitimacy. 3: Prebendalism - Explores how officeholders exploit state resources for personal gain. 4: Legitimation Crisis - Examines legitimacy crises in Neopatrimonial regimes. 5: Authoritarianism - Discusses Neopatrimonialism’s relationship with authoritarianism. 6: Corruption in Mexico - Analyzes corruption driven by Neopatrimonialism in Mexico. 7: Corruption in Cameroon - Delves into Neopatrimonial corruption in Cameroon. 8: Political Order and Decay - Studies Neopatrimonialism’s role in political stability and decay. 9: Democratic Backsliding - Evaluates how Neopatrimonialism erodes democratic institutions. 10: Democratization in Senegal - Examines democratization challenges within Neopatrimonialism in Senegal. 11: Dictatorship - Investigates Neopatrimonialism’s role in sustaining dictatorships. 12: Failed State - Discusses how Neopatrimonialism can lead to state collapse. 13: Military Dictatorship - Analyzes Neopatrimonialism's role in military dictatorships. 14: Democratization - Examines broader democratization trends influenced by Neopatrimonialism. 15: Fragile State - Explores how Neopatrimonialism contributes to state fragility. 16: Western European Colonialism - Looks at how colonialism influenced Neopatrimonialism. 17: Developmentalism - Explores how Neopatrimonialism interacts with developmental policies. 18: Staffan I. Lindberg - Highlights Lindberg’s work on democratic development. 19: Thandika Mkandawire - Showcases Mkandawire’s insights into African politics and Neopatrimonialism. 20: Democracy in Africa - Assesses the challenges of democracy in Africa within Neopatrimonialism. 21: Emmanuel Gyimah-Boadi - Discusses Gyimah-Boadi’s work on governance in Africa. This book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding Neopatrimonialism and its far-reaching impact on global political systems. It combines historical context and contemporary analysis to provide readers with valuable insights into governance, development, and democracy, making it a worthy investment for those seeking knowledge in political science.

Political Regimes and Neopatrimonialism in Central Asia
Political Regimes and Neopatrimonialism in Central Asia

Author: Ferran Izquierdo-Brichs

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-01-12

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9811590931

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This book is aimed both at researchers and advanced students of Central Asia, the space of the former USSR, and the foreign policy of Russia and China. The authors adopt a sociological approach in understanding how power structures emerged in the wake of the Soviet collapse. The independencies in Central Asia did not happen as a consequence of a nationalist struggle, but because the USSR imploded. Thus, instead of the elites being replaced, the same Soviet elites who had competed for power in the previous system continued to do so in the new one, which they had to build, adapting themselves and the system to their needs. Additionally, unlike in the immense majority of the independent states that emerged from decolonization, the social movements and capacity to mobilize the people were very weak in the new Central Asian states. For this reason, the configuration of the new systems was the product of a competition for power between a very small number of elites who did not have to answer to the people and their demands. Thus, the new power regimes acquired a strong neopatrimonial component. Analyzing the structure of societies, economies and polities of post-socialist states, this book will be of great interest to scholars of Central Asia, to sociologists, and to scholars of China's rise.

Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond
Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond

Author: Daniel C. Bach

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1136506217

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Neopatrimonialism, a system whereby rulers use state resources for personal benefit and to secure the loyalty of clients in the general population, is central to any teaching or conceptualisation of contemporary African politics. This book is a theoretical and comparative study of neopatrimonialism in Africa and across world regions. Although such practices are widespread in other parts of the world, the African neopatrimonial state has also become a global prototype of the anti-developmental state. This volume calls for a reappraisal of the genesis and interpretations of the concepts of patrimonialism and neopatrimonialism. Expert contributors consider recent debates in Africa through the study of democracy, clientelism, the ‘big man’ syndrome (Kenya), the rise of ‘godfatherism’ (Nigeria), ‘warlordism’ (Liberia) and the neopatrimonial state on a day to day basis (Niger). They discuss patrimonialism and neopatrimonialism from Latin America to Europe, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, to weave a comparative analysis of the interplay between public policies and private interest. Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond is an important and timely volume that will be of interest to students and scholars of international politics, African studies, sociology and international development.

Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond
Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond

Author: Daniel C. Bach

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1136506209

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Neopatrimonialism, a system whereby rulers use state resources for personal benefit and to secure the loyalty of clients in the general population, is central to any teaching or conceptualisation of contemporary African politics. This book is a theoretical and comparative study of neopatrimonialism in Africa and across world regions. Although such practices are widespread in other parts of the world, the African neopatrimonial state has also become a global prototype of the anti-developmental state. This volume calls for a reappraisal of the genesis and interpretations of the concepts of patrimonialism and neopatrimonialism. Expert contributors consider recent debates in Africa through the study of democracy, clientelism, the ‘big man’ syndrome (Kenya), the rise of ‘godfatherism’ (Nigeria), ‘warlordism’ (Liberia) and the neopatrimonial state on a day to day basis (Niger). They discuss patrimonialism and neopatrimonialism from Latin America to Europe, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, to weave a comparative analysis of the interplay between public policies and private interest. Neopatrimonialism in Africa and Beyond is an important and timely volume that will be of interest to students and scholars of international politics, African studies, sociology and international development.

Stubborn Structures
Stubborn Structures

Author: Bálint Magyar

Publisher: Central European University Press

Published: 2019-04-10

Total Pages: 713

ISBN-13: 9633862159

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The editor of this book has brought together contributions designed to capture the essence of post-communist politics in East-Central Europe and Eurasia. Rather than on the surface structures of nominal democracies, the nineteen essays focus on the informal, often intentionally hidden, disguised and illicit understandings and arrangements that penetrate formal institutions. These phenomena often escape even the best-trained outside observers, familiar with the concepts of established democracies. Contributors to this book share the view that understanding post-communist politics is best served by a framework that builds from the ground up, proceeding from a fundamental social context. The book aims at facilitating a lexical convergence; in the absence of a robust vocabulary for describing and discussing these often highly complex informal phenomena, the authors wish to advance a new terminology of post-communist regimes. Instead of a finite dictionary, a kind of conceptual cornucopia is offered. The resulting variety reflects a larger harmony of purpose that can significantly expand the understanding the “real politics” of post-communist regimes. Countries analyzed from a variety of aspects, comparatively or as single case studies, include Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Hungary, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, and Ukraine.

Routledge Handbook of Democratization in Africa
Routledge Handbook of Democratization in Africa

Author: Gabrielle Lynch

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-07-02

Total Pages: 627

ISBN-13: 135162363X

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This volume explores the issues and debates surrounding the ongoing processes of democratization in sub-Saharan Africa, illuminating the central dynamics characterizing Africa’s democratic experiments, and considering the connections between democratization and economic, social, and cultural developments on the continent. Reflecting the diverse and rich nature of this field of study, the Handbook of Democratization in Africa features more than thirty contributions structured into six thematic sections: The politics and paths of regime development Institutional dynamics Political mobilization and voting dynamics The politics of identity Social forces from below The consequences of democracy. Chapters offer overviews of the key scholarship on particular topics, including central insights from the latest research, and provide suggestions for those interested in further inquiry. The material includes attention to broad cross-continental patterns, for example with respect to public opinion, political violence, or the role of different institutions and actors. It also includes rich case material, drawing on and highlighting the experiences of a diverse collection of countries. Encouraging a comprehensive view of key concerns and enhancing understanding of particular issues, the Handbook of Democratization in Africa represents a critical resource for experts and students of African politics, democratization, and African studies.

An Introduction to African Politics
An Introduction to African Politics

Author: Alex Thomson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2005-02-28

Total Pages: 403

ISBN-13: 1134458320

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An Introduction to African Politics is the ideal textbook for those new to the study of this vast and fascinating continent. It makes sense of the diverse political systems that are a feature of Africa by using familiar concepts, chapter by chapter, to examine the continent as a whole. The result is a textbook that identifies the essential features of African politics, allowing students to grasp the recurring political patterns that have dominated this part of the world since independence. Features and benefits of the book include: * thematically organised, with individual chapters exploring issues such as colonialism, ethnicity, nationalism, social class, ideology, legitimacy, sovereignty, and democracy * identifies the key recurrent theme of competitive relationships between the African state, its civil society, and external interests * contains useful boxed case studies of key countries at the end of each chapter, including: Kenya; Tanzania; Nigeria; Botswana; Ivory Coast; Uganda; Somalia; Ghana; Zaire; and Algeria * each chapter concludes with key terms and definitions as well as questions, advice on further reading, and useful notes and references * clearly and accessibly written by an experienced teacher of the subject.

Routledge Handbook of African Politics
Routledge Handbook of African Politics

Author: Nic Cheeseman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-07-05

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 1351550489

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Providing a comprehensive and cutting edge examination of this important continent, Routledge Handbook of African Politics surveys the key debates and controversies, dealing with each of the major issues to be found in Africa’s politics today. Structured into 6 broad areas, the handbook features over 30 contributions focused around: The State Identity Conflict Democracy and Electoral Politics Political Economy & Development International Relations Each chapter deals with a specific topic, providing an overview of the main arguments and theories and explaining the empirical evidence that they are based on, drawing on high-profile cases such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Somalia, South Africa, Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The Handbook also contains new contributions on a wide range of topical issues, including terrorism, the growing influence of China, civil war, and transitional justice, making it required reading for non-specialists and experts alike. Featuring both established scholars and emerging researchers, this is a vital resource for all students of African Studies, democratization, conflict resolution and Third World politics.

No Shortcuts to Progress
No Shortcuts to Progress

Author: Goran Hyden

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 1983-01-01

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 9780520048706

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Textbook proceeding to a comparison of political development and development administration in Africa - examines the failure of capital flow, technology transfer and development aid to bring about economic and social development; emphasizes the need for decentralization, revival of local government, political participation, promotion of nongovernmental organizations and local level institution building and an indigenous management development style; considers the role of public enterprise. References.