Independência Africana: Como a África contemporânea redefiniu o mundo

Abstract

African Independence is a dynamic discussion of how African history shapes world events today. Africa has played a major role in human history, and it is impossible to understand the present condition of humanity, or our future without a consideration of Africa. Although Africa is often portrayed as a remote and impoverished area, remembered for the suffering of its people, it has played an important role in world history that is critical for understanding global events today. Tukufu Zuberi walks readers through the years of African independence through the present. The documentary discusses colonialism, the impact of the world wars, independence movements, the Cold War, ethnic conflict, terrorism, the health crisis, and more. The documentary weaves personal interview excerpts with people ranging from World War Two veterans, freedom fighters, to Heads of State into the arc of African and world history. Providing context for understanding events such as civil war, terrorism, and development aid, African Independence argues that it is impossible to understand our current world situation, or our future, without considering Africa. The award-winning documentary accompanies the book African Independence: how Africa shapes the world.