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Into Africa

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16th January 2010

Price: £14.99

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Selected: Paperback / ISBN-13: 9781931930918

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Across the globe, Africa is seen as the final frontier for economic development and has experienced renewed attention from both Western and Eastern nations, particularly in the last decade. The U.S., India, China and parts of Europe have all increased foreign direct investment in Africa, and yet the complexity and diversity of this vast continent pose risks and challenges for those investments.

For more than a decade, Into Africa has provided valuable advice to those who are interested in traveling to, living in or working in sub-Saharan Africa-businesspeople, human rights and development workers, diplomats, academics and trainers-and anyone else who seeks a better understanding of the cultural characteristics of this dynamic part of the world.

With depth and sensitivity, Into Africa examines the effects of community, ethnicity and language on doing business and establishing professional and personal relationships in African countries. The book explores regional differences, offers detailed guidelines for conducting training programs in Africa and examines issues that reflect the complex relationships involved. This new and expanded edition of Into Africa brings a fresh view on sub-Saharan Africa, showing how the nations of Africa have adapted to Western ways while retaining their cultural traditions and diversity.

Authors Yale Richmond and Phyllis Gestrin explore contemporary Africa in great depth, discussing increased trade with the U.S. and Europe, the role of politics and business, changes in mass communication and the continuing threat of HIV/AIDS. A thorough, lively and carefully researched book, Into Africa is the perfect companion for anyone wishing to gain a more rounded perception of Africa and its diverse cultures.

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Warren M. Robbins, Founding Director Emeritus, National Museum of Africa n Art, Smithsonian Institution
An invaluable source for anyone wanting to experience Africa. The authors begin with a subject of unimaginable scope and somehow make it concise and comprehensible . . . a truly magnificent work for both scholar and novice.
Gordon Hutt, Vice-Chairman, Business Council for Africa
This book gives well-informed and up-to-date insight into the principal differences in customs, attitudes and values between ‘Westerners’ and the peoples of Africa. It is a valuable contribution to better communications, capacity building and trade with a region offering huge economic potential for the 21st century.
Herma n J. Cohen, U.S. Ambassador to the Gambia and Senega l (retired), former Assistant Secretary of State for Africa
Into Africa is a most revealing book. While it was great to have many of my own impressionsof Africa confirmed, it was even better to gain new knowledge and wisdom.