The Political Economy of Economic Growth in Africa, 1960–2000

by Paul Collier

First published 2008

Paul Collier tackles one of the most pressing questions in development economics: why Sub-Saharan Africa largely failed to prosper during four decades of global economic expansion from 1960 to 2000. This second volume builds on Collier's initial analysis by presenting twenty-six detailed case studies of individual African economies. The author organizes these studies into three categories that reflect the continent's economic geography: landlocked nations, coastal countries, and resource-rich states. Eighteen case studies appear in the main text, while eight additional studies are provided on CD-ROM. Collier's approach contrasts the majority of African countries that experienced economic stagnation with the few small economies that achieved spectacular success during this period. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding post-independence African economic performance and offers valuable insights for researchers and policymakers working on African development challenges.

Genres: history, political-science, economics, non-fiction, africa, academic

Vibes: thought-provoking

Tropes: case-studies

Setting: Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa

Period: 1960-2000

Hardcover · Cambridge University Press

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