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Rethinking Approaches to the Study of Electoral Politics and democratisation in Africa

Rethinking Approaches to the Study of Electoral Politics and democratisation in Africa

著者: Christopher Appiah-Thompson
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Dr. Christopher Appiah-Thompson’s emphasis on political culture and traditional leadership offers a powerful lens for rethinking constitutional reform, peacebuilding, and electoral design in African countries. He argues that elections without legitimacy or fairness can entrench authoritarianism or spark violence. Cultural norms must underpin democratic practice

Why Appiah-Thompson’s Framework Works

• It moves beyond Western institutionalism, showing how democracy in Africa is shaped by culture, history, and informal authority.

• It offers a more accurate lens for policy and peacebuilding, especially in regions where the state is weak or contested.

• It encourages rethinking democratic legitimacy, not just as legal compliance but as cultural resonance.

Appiah-Thompson’s emphasis on political culture and traditional leadership applies powerfully to Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, where informal institutions continue to shape democratic outcomes, mediate conflict, and legitimize governance.

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