The African Crisis
1. Introduction
The tenth chapter of "Africa in World Politics: A Pan-African Perspective" by Guy Martin is a kind of conclusion which tells about the African crisis. The author notes that the problems of African people are very actual now and they need to be solved as soon as possible.
2. The problems of African people
The main problems of African people are: the continent’s mineral resources and soils, its potential for development, infrastructure, and policies.
The first problem is the continent’s mineral resources and soils. The continent has a lot of mineral resources, but they are not evenly distributed. There are some parts of the continent where there are no minerals at all. Soils also differ in quality and fertility. Some parts of the continent have very poor soils, while others have very rich soils. This uneven distribution of resources makes it difficult for African countries to develop evenly.
The second problem is the continent’s potential for development. The continent has a lot of potential for development, but it has not been able to realize this potential. This is due to a number of factors, including the lack of infrastructure, poor policies, and corruption.
The third problem is the continent’s infrastructure. The continent’s infrastructure is very poor. This includes roads, railways, airports, and ports. This makes it difficult for African countries to trade with each other and with the rest of the world.
The fourth problem is the continent’s policies. African countries have often adopted policies that have hindered their development. For example, many African countries have adopted protectionist policies that have made it difficult for them to trade with the rest of the world.
3. The African crisis
The African crisis is a term that refers to the current situation in which African countries find themselves. The crisis is characterized by a number of factors, including political instability, economic decline, and social unrest.
The political instability in many African countries has led to a decline in economic activity. This is because investors are unwilling to invest in countries that are unstable politically. As a result, many African countries have experienced economic decline in recent years.
The social unrest in many African countries has also contributed to the decline in economic activity. This is because social unrest makes it difficult for businesses to operate smoothly. As a result, many businesses have closed down or relocated to other countries.
4. Conclusion
In conclusion, it should be noted that the current situation in Africa is very alarming and requires immediate attention from the international community. African leaders need to adopt policies that will promote economic growth and stability in their countries. Otherwise, the situation may deteriorate further and lead to even more social and economic problems in Africa