Kayumba David

Cry Africa The Western Guide on How Not to Fail the Continent (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In the annals of international relations and global politics, there exists a well-worn play-book: a set of strategies and tactics honed over decades, if not centuries, designed to maintain control, extract resources, and perpetuate power.

This book, "How to Fail a Continent: The Western Guide to Supporting Dictators and Looting Resources in Africa," is a satirical exposé of that play-book, illuminating the dark realities of exploitation and manipulation that have left an indelible mark on the African continent.

My name is Kay David, and I have spent years studying the intricate and often nefarious mechanisms of global power dynamics. As an author and observer, I have seen first-hand the devastating impacts of these strategies on the lives of millions.

This book is not just a critique but a call to awarenessa challenge to the status-quo and an invitation to reflect on the real-world consequences of policies and practices that prioritize profit over people.

In writing this book, my aim is to strip away the veneer of benevolence that often accompanies Western interventions in Africa. Through rich sarcasm and biting wit, I hope to lay bare the hypocrisy and moral bankruptcy of systems that, while professing to bring development and democracy, have often brought only suffering and strife. Each chapter dissects a component of the playbook, from the selection of puppet dictators to the orchestration of crises, revealing the underlying motives and machinations at play.

It is my hope that readers will engage with this material not only as a satirical critique but as a serious commentary on the urgent need for more just and equitable international relations. The time for change is now, and awareness is the first step toward action.

I dedicate this book to the countless individuals who have suffered under the weight of these exploitative practices and to those who continue to fight for justice and equity in global affairs. May their voices be heard and their struggles recognized.

Thank you for taking the time to read this book. I encourage you to reflect on its messages and consider how each of us can contribute to a more equitable and just world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kayumba David
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798227009340
• Artikelnr.: 72297871

Autorenporträt

Kayumba David Theologian, Diplomat, and Relentless Reader

Born in rural Uganda during political upheavals, Kayumba David learned early on that life was a mix of dodging both bullets and tough questions. Drawn to theology, particularly liberation theology, he became fascinated with how faith could challenge oppression. He quickly earned a reputation for asking deep questionsand writing essays in his textbooks' margins.

Seeking a "break," he dove into international relations and diplomacy, blending peacemaking with a passion for justice, while secretly wishing everyone would read more. An avid reader and social justice advocate, Kayumba now writes with humor and wisdom, drawing from a life rich in both books and battles for change.