"Dead Aid" QQC pages 48-68

Please post your detailed QQC on the above pages here before class on Friday

In class assignment for Monday.

You are going to continue your analysis of articles written on aid to Africa during this period. You are urged to further study in-depth perspectives on foreign aid to Africa by reading the following articles: New York Times Review “Aid Can it Work” http://www.nybooks.com/articles/archives/2006/oct/05/aid-can-it-work/?page=1 , the Wall Street Journal article “Why Foreign Aid is hurting Africa” http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123758895999200083.html and the Newsweek review “Helping Africa Save itself" http://www.thedailybeast.com/newsweek/2009/06/26/helping-africa-save-itself.html Once you have read the articles you are going to write your own news article on foreign aid that is basically a reaction paper that identifies the pundits (someone who offers to mass media his or her opinion or commentary on a particular subject area) with whom you agree most closely and why. This is now your time to show that you have an opinion on how aid to Africa should be approached and that you have understand the complexities of the practice for both those lending and those receiving the aid. The news article should also focus on your readings in “Dead Aid” and must be posted below before class on Wednesday.

QQC for pages 29-47 of "Dead Aid"

After reading pages 29-47 of the book, post a detailed QQC (Quote, Question, Comment)on this material. This needs to be posted below by 8:00am Monday 4/22.

"Dead Aid" -Reading Questions pages 3-28-

After reading and annotating pages 3-28 of the book, please post responses to the following questions: 1. Describe “emergency aid” mentioned by Moyo and if she think that this is effective? 2. Explain how Moyo breaks down post-war aid into her “seven broad categories” Why does she think aid granted to Europe after WWII worked better there than it would in Africa today? 3. Why does Moyo think Africa was “ripe for aid” by the end of the 1950’s? 4. How did the US and USSR compete in Africa during the Cold War? Explain your answer. 5. According to “Dead Aid”, why did Britain and France start aiding African countries after the flood of independence on the continent in the 1950’s and 1960’s? 6. How did the 1973 oil embargo cause a deterioration of poor African economies? 7. What did the IMF do in the developing world in the 1980’s to stave off an economic meltdown brought on by the 1979 oil crisis? Do you think Moyo is suggesting that this helped the situation in Africa? Why or why not? 8. How did the end of the Cold War in the 1990’s affect the “aid agenda for the continent?”

Africa Rising -Project Resources-

Below are some readings that will assist you as you start deciding on how to focus your documentaries: Niger, Algeria, Libya, Egypt and Sudan: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572380-africas-centre-remains-poor-and-conflict-ridden-activism-rising-courage-mon-brave Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572384-governance-much-africa-visibly-improving-though-progress-uneven-bye-bye-big Guinea-Bissau, Guinea and Sierra Leone: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572378-why-fighting-across-much-continent-has-died-down-recent-years-tired-war Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572383-commodities-are-potentially-biggest-threat-africas-future-wealth-beneath Ethiopia and Kenya: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572379-ideological-competition-between-two-diametrically-opposed-economic-models-doing-it-my South Africa: http://www.economist.com/news/special-report/21572381-who-making-right-call-about-africas-future-cheerleaders-and-naysayers Transport in Africa: http://www.economist.com/news/middle-east-and-africa/21571920-africas-booming-economy-needs-modern-trade-routes-get-move Jihad in Africa: http://www.economist.com/news/briefing/21570720-terrorism-algeria-and-war-mali-demonstrate-increasing-reach-islamist-extremism Africa: http://www.economist.com/news/21566362-africas-cities-take-centre-stage-huddled-masses Daily chart: http://www.economist.com/blogs/graphicdetail/2012/11/daily-chart-18 Africa's Economy - Bulging in the Middle: http://www.economist.com/news/middle-east-and-africa/21564856-boom-sub-saharan-africa-attracting-business-talent-rich-world Africa's bond markets: http://www.economist.com/news/finance-and-economics/21572789-search-yield-has-taken-investors-exotic-territory-kings-wild

Zimbabwe debate

Robert Mugabe’s land acquisition program began in 1997 and many critics have noted how the policy coincided with the start of Zimbabwe’s economic collapse. The policy seems to be racist in that it has targeted mostly white Zimbabwean farms. Others have said that the program is justified in that it is returning land to previously disadvantaged Zimbabweans who were mostly disenfranchised from commercial agricultural activities under the British colonization of Rhodesia, and later the Ian Smith regime. This debate will focus on the following motion: Zanu (PF) is justified in forcibly removing “white” Zimbabwean’s from their farm land because of the history of the country before 1980. Groups will be chosen by your instructor and we will have a discussion on Tuesday to prepare for the debate. Debates will take part in the second part of class on Thursday March 14.

Zimbabwe Assignment

Much of Zimbabwe and the rest of the world believe that the future of Zimbabwe after the upcoming elections will be determined by which political party gains a simple majority once election ballots have been counted. It is widely understood the current ZANU (PF) and MDC power sharing of the government has not been successful and that the Mugabe lead ZANU (PF) needs to be defeated and needs to step aside in order for the country to start mending the economic and social issues that have arisen there in the 21st century. For this blog assignment you are required to compare Robert Mugabe with Morgan Tsvangirai to determine which political party and its leader are best suited to lead Zimbabwe after 2013. Don’t just assume that Mugabe is the tyrant that most consider him to be. You need to conduct research and then write about the leadership records of both Mugabe and Tsvangirai to correctly determine who might be most successful as a president going forward. You might find it useful to read about what Africans and others have said about the potential leadership qualities that Tsvangirai possesses. After writing about Mugabe and Tsvangirai you can also consider a third option for Zimbabwe. Should you choose a third option, it would need to be well researched and written using support from your research. This assignment needs to be completed and posted by Tuesday March 12th.

Objective: Is the African Nationalist Congress still best for SA?

Task: Your group of 4 will be take on the role of researchers and presenters as you try to determine how the ANC has changed as a political party and how the rule of the party in South Africa since 1994 has affected the country. Groups must look critically at how the government has represented South Africans in what is considered to be one of the continent’s most democratic countries. Are all sectors of society considered, is there corruption, and importantly, does the ANC deserve to continue leading the country after 18 continuous years in power? Target areas: 1. Education 2. Health care 3. Housing and sanitation 4. Crime

Rhino horn in Asia

Your task is research and then write a report on the demand for rhino horn in Asia. Which countries are most responsible for the illegal importation of rhino horn? What segments of these populations are most likely to be involved in this illegal trade? What are the perceived medicinal benefits to taking rhino horn as a traditional medicine in China and Vietnam? What roles do the governments of China and Vietnam play in stopping the importation of rhino horns from Africa? After learning about China's ever increasing economic role in Africa, do you think that China being implicated in this illegal trade might have negative repercussions for future investment? Why or why not?

Rwandan Genocide Writing Assignment

Answer

the following questions in paragraph form: 1) Judging from what you have seen, read, and heard, could genocide occur again, in Rwanda or other parts of the world? Why or why not? 2) What is the nature and limit of personal responsibility in the 21st century? Support your personal view with evidence from the film and/or from your own knowledge of current events. 3) "The events of Sept. 11, 2001 changed how America views its responsibilities in the world." Agree or disagree, supporting your view with evidence from the film and/or from your own knowledge of current events.

21 Up South Africa writing assignment

After viewing 21 UP South Africa describe how either class or race could be a factor in determining upward economic and social mobility in the country today. Describe South Africa's policy of black economic empowerment (BEE) and provide opinion on its necessity in South Africa in 2012. Please post this response by Thursday November 29 before our class meeting.

Jacob Zuma

The Economist article that we read in class on Monday hints at a lack of sound leadership in South Africa as one of the underlying issues affecting the country today. Your task is to write a short analysis of Jacob Zuma as president. Mention 3 reasons why you think he is a good state president and 3 reasons why you think he is not. Look beyond the issues of his rape trial and his polygamy. Be sure to read parts of his inaugural speech as president to determine if he has delivered on his promises to the nation: http://blogs.timeslive.co.za/hartley/2009/05/09/jacob-zumas-inauguration-speech-full-text/ Post your response before our next class on November 7th.

Tsotsi - An examination of Township life in South Africa -

After viewing the film your task now is to write a film review based on what you saw. Be sure to focus on the following: 1. Describe life in the Alexandria township in which the film is set. 2. An attempt to explain how Tsotsi fits into modern South African life. 3. Contrast his life with that of the father of the taken child. Why do you think their lives took such different paths? 4. Mention if you think that Tsotsi was sufficiently reformed to re-enter life in a South African township by the end of the film. "Step out" of your own society with its morals and ethics, before answering this. 5. Mention how Gavin Hood (The director) could have made a better film for foreign audiences. 6. An overall impression of the film.

China in Africa group presentation

After reading the section on Angola in "Untapped" and involving yourself in our discussions in class you are well aware that China has become heavily invested in certain parts of the African continent this century. You task now is to work together to determine if China's precence in Africa is destined to become a blessing or a burden on Africa's citizens and her environment. The Task: Once you have formed your group and been assigned your country of focus you are to research and then prepare a presentation highlighting China's involvement in your asssigned country. Ultimately you will answer the following question in detail: Explain if China's precence in your country is beneficial or not to those that live there. Consider impacts on the economy, employment rates, social impacts, environmental impacts, effects on government including corruption and transparency of fiscal policies. Start by answering these questions: 1. Why did China come to your country of study? 2. How much money have they invested? 3. Is the money a loan? If so, how does your country plan to pay back the loan? 4. Did the loan come with any stipulations on how the money should be spent in society? 5. How have the Chinese been received in your country of study by the common people and by the government? 6. Is China sending laborers to your country of study? 7. Are there environmental issues associated with Chinese investment? If so, does this even matter? Presentations will be in class on Friday.

Group Research and Presentation - Guiding Questions-

1. Provide a brief history of company operations in Nigeria. 2. How did the company gain rights to explore and drill for oil and gas in Nigeria? Was this fair? 3. Decide if your company has done, and is doing business in Nigeria in the same ways as it might in it’s home country. Give examples to support your case. If the answer is no, decide if this is okay and just “a part of doing business in Africa”, or irresponsible. 4. Has your company been environmentally responsible when extracting oil in Nigeria? Again, give examples to support your position. 5. Give examples of benefits to the Nigerian citizenry that have come from the company’s operations in the country.

"Untapped" pages 17-38 -Focus Questions-

1.Explain why Mr. Ghazvinian referred to the Niger Delta as a “place of troubles” 2.Explain illegal bunkering and how it affects Nigeria economically. 3.What is an MOU, and why would oil companies and local communities prefer these to any other agreement? 4.Describe how big multinational oil companies affect local communities in the Niger Delta. 5.Describe how Port Harcourt has been affected by the discovery of oil in Nigeria. Post your responses to these questions by 8:00am September 6, 2012

Nigeria "The Hidden Cost of Corruption"

After having read the article: http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/stories/bribe/2009/04/nigeria-the-hidden-cost-of-corruption.html briefly respond to the following questions: 1. According to Kennedy, in what two ways does corruption hurts Nigerian society? Do you think his claims about how corruption affects Nigeria are accurate? Why or why not? 2. After reading this article do you think that Nuhu Ribadu's mission of defeating corruption has any chance of succeeding in Nigeria? Why or Why not?