New Books from Fahamu Books

Queer African Reader

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100

A diverse collection of writing from across the continent exploring African LGBTI liberation: identity, tactics for activism, international solidarity, homophobia and global politics, religion and culture, and intersections with social justice movements.

Global NATO and the Catastrophic Failure in Libya, Horace Campbell

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0100

In this elegantly written and incisive account, scholar Horace Campbell investigates the political and economic crises of the early twenty-first century through the prism of NATO's intervention in Libya.

The People's Spring, Samir Amin

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The 2011 Arab uprisings offer a glimpse of a better future but a huge challenge. To take control, Arab peoples need to ally with struggles for secular democracy and face the militarism and erosion of democracy that capitalism's decline promises.

China and Angola

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Despite the escalation of co-operation between China and Angola and the explosion of interest in China's broader engagement with Africa, the terms and implications of the China-Angola partnership remain unclear. This illuminating books reveals all.

Where Law Meets Reality

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Considering the core debates about how to develop a transitional justice agenda that best responds to the African context, this book addresses the tension between justice, peace and reconciliation.

How Europe Underdeveloped Africa, Walter Rodney

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Rodney's groundbreaking analysis shows how the wealthy countries and international capitalism bear major responsibility for impoverishing Africa. This classic remains an essential introduction to the dynamics of Africa's relations with the West.