Description
A New Deal In Central Africa by Colin Leys and Cranford Pratt provides a detailed political analysis of the federation between Northern and Southern Rhodesia, examining the policies and programmes implemented during a pivotal period in the region’s history. The book explores the complex challenges faced by colonial and post-independence governments, offering readers a clear understanding of the political landscape and decisions that shaped Central Africa.
The authors focus on the urgent issue of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland, presenting the facts and developments surrounding the “New Deal” in a concise and informative manner. Drawing on extensive research, Leys and Pratt illuminate how governance, economic planning, and colonial policy affected the region’s people and institutions during a critical historical moment.
A New Deal In Central Africa is an essential read for students, historians, and anyone interested in African political history and the legacies of colonial governance.
