The Real Politics of the Horn of Africa
Money, War and the Business of Power
Alex de Waal
The book delves into the political economy of the Horn of Africa, revealing how a complex web of patronage networks fueled by money and resources underpins the region's persistent conflicts and power struggles. It examines the roles of local and international actors in perpetuating a "political marketplace," where loyalties and allegiances are bought and sold, shaping the dynamics of war and peace.
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