Business elites and the political economy of philanthropy in West and Central Africa

This article analyses the philanthropic practices of wealthy businessmen in West and Central Africa and how they are rooted in different political economies. Current debates on African philanthropy focus on horizontal gifting as a form of solidarity. Drawing on observations, interviews and origin...

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Main Authors: Cohen, C, Bat, J-P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2025