Lawrence Audu: Europe's role in Africa's underdevelopment and ongoing struggles

Professor Patrice Lumumba once intriguingly referred to Africa as “a curiosity,” labeled as “Francophone Africa” by the French, “Lusophone Africa” by the Portuguese, and “Anglophone Africa” by the British.

The concerns and viewpoints expressed by critics and early writers during the post-colonial era are resurfacing in 21st century Africa, despite the continent’s immense potential. This is evident in the works of Guyanese historian and economist Walter Rodney, particularly his book “How Europe underdeveloped Africa,” published in 1972. Rodney’s analysis critically examines the historical and contemporary impact of European colonialism on Africa.

Rodney also highlights the role of European capitalism in perpetuating Africa’s underdevelopment. He argues that the capitalist system, driven by profit-seeking motives, resulted in the extraction of African resources, the destruction of local industries, and the creation of an economic structure that heavily favored European countries at the expense of Africa.

The ongoing proxy war between powerful nations, primarily taking place in Ukraine, is potentially expanding its reach to African soil. The United States, France, and the United Kingdom are urging the Nigerian-led ECOWAS to intervene militarily in Niger under the pretext of “Restoring Democracy” following the recent military coup that deposed Mohamed Bazoum.

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