HISTORY 115B - History and Modern Africa

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

History

Description:

Presents the long-term historical dynamics behind three important situations in contemporary Africa. Recent examples include ethnic warfare in Darfur; oil exploitation and environmental degradation in the Niger Delta; misgovernment in Zimbabwe. Topics might change from year to year. The courses aims at helping students become intelligent commentators on contemporary Africa. Instructor: Ewald

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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