The Self-Deception Trap
Exploring the Economic Dimensions of Charity Dependency within Africa-Europe Relations
Abstract
This book examines the economic relationship between Africa and Europe. It highlights the stigmatized narratives about Africa and analyses how they influence a range of key actors and processes. This is illustrated by the actions of European actors who reinforce negative narratives through replacing real economic transformation and development with charity, while African leaders compete to maximize aid donations and help further these narratives. This book acknowledges the complex history of the relations between Africa and Europe and details the ways in which Africa has become a peripheral player in the world economy. It will be relevant to researchers and policymakers interested in development and African economics. This is an open access book.
Keywords
Colonial economic legacy; Aid effectiveness; Resource curse; Commodity-driven rent; Global value chains; Socio-economic indicators; African development trajectory; African demographic transition; African migration to Europe; EU-Africa trade relations; EU-Africa trade agreements; Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs)DOI
10.1007/978-3-031-57591-4ISBN
9783031575914, 9783031575907, 9783031575914Publisher
Springer NaturePublisher website
https://www.springernature.com/gp/products/booksPublication date and place
Cham, 2024Imprint
Palgrave MacmillanClassification
Development economics and emerging economies
Economics
International trade and commerce