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Study Theme 3E - Politics of Development

Critically examine the factors which limit the production of food and its distribution

What is the biggest obstacle to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in Africa

"War is the main factor preventing development in Africa". Discuss

To what extent is it true to say that debt to donor countries prevents Africa becoming responsible for its own development?

Choose 2 from the following and evaluate how they affect development in African countries...

  • Debt
  • War
  • Trade
  • Land tenure
  • poor government

Multilateral/Bilateral/Non governmental aid is an effective way of overcoming problems with development. Discuss

Non Governmental Organisations more effective at delivering aid than governments. Discuss

To what extent do international organisations try to prevent food shortages

To what extent do rich countries control and supply of food to exercise power over less developed countries

Explain in detail the work of two UN specialised agency in helping the development of African countries

Critically examine the claim that provision of fresh water will be the most urgent problem in Africa by 2015

Trade not aid offers the best hope for development. Discuss

Assess the effectiveness of aid in promoting development. Discuss

To what extent do NGOs meet the development needs of African countries.

Aid is being given less on the basis of need and more on the condition of political reform