
Chieftaincy, the State, and Contemporary Governance in Africa.
An institution Africa cannot afford to ignore.
Nana Kwadwo Marfo Ampong I
Traditional authority remains one of Africa’s most enduring institutions. But its future depends on a fundamental question: can customary legitimacy and democratic accountability work together to deliver sustainable development?
Published by Dr. Maxwell Ampong
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