| Undergraduate Course Details | |
|---|---|
| Number | SOC 338 |
| Title | Peoples of Africa I |
| Credits | 3.0 |
| Distribution | DIII |
| Prerequisites | SOC201 or permission of Department Chairperson |
Description
An introduction of the socio-cultural context of present-day Africa with emphasis on ethnicity (tribalism). The interaction of the various African forces with the Western colonialist powers is investigated. The role and contribution of the various liberation movements - ANC, FRELIMO, SAPO, PALGC, ZAPU, MPLA - to African independence are also assessed. The intent is to project an objective picture of the peoples of Africa. Three lecture hours per week.