Journal of African Diaspora Studies

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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Historical Foundations underpinning Contemporary Governance Dilemmas in Zambia: A Theoretical Framework

Chilufya Mwamba, University of Zambia, Lusaka Kasukuwe Chitu, Copperbelt University, Kitwe Sikazwe Kapenda, University of Zambia, Lusaka Mbewe Mulenga, Copperbelt University, Kitwe
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18795626
Published: May 28, 2004

Abstract

Historical Foundations underpinning Contemporary Governance Dilemmas in Zambia examines the historical roots that have shaped contemporary governance challenges in Zambia, focusing on African Studies. This article employs a qualitative approach to review historical records, legal documents, and scholarly literature to construct a comprehensive theoretical framework. This theoretical framework provides a robust model for understanding the interplay between historical contexts and contemporary governance challenges in Zambia. Policy makers should consider incorporating historical context into their decision-making processes to mitigate potential conflicts and foster more inclusive governance structures. Academics are encouraged to extend this analysis to other African countries facing similar historical legacies.

How to Cite

Chilufya Mwamba, Kasukuwe Chitu, Sikazwe Kapenda, Mbewe Mulenga (2004). Historical Foundations underpinning Contemporary Governance Dilemmas in Zambia: A Theoretical Framework. Journal of African Diaspora Studies, Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18795626

Keywords

GeographicAfricanistNation-buildingDecolonizationStructural AdjustmentElite PoliticsHistorical Materialism

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