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Publications

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Fahamu publications provide a unique source of policy analysis from within Africa, written in an accessible style and from a variety of viewpoints. They are an important part of our mission to publish news and information and stimulate debate, discussion and analysis on human rights and social justice in Africa by Africans.

Most of our books are drawn from articles originally published in our weekly electronic newsletter Pambazuka News. They are published in this format in order to reach an audience that finds it easier to access material on the printed page.

Fahamu produces a series of special reports, some of which are published in Pambazuka News, and some of which are made available as separate downloadable documents.

Fahamu also produces CDROMs for people wishing to develop their skills in particular areas useful for not-for-profit organisations. They can be used by individuals working on their own, with groups in a training workshop and as a reference tool.

Latest Fahamu books

China’s New Role in Africa and the South:

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China’s global expansion is much talked about, but usually from the viewpoint of the West. This unique collection of essays, written by scholars and activists from China and the global South, provides diverse views on the challenges faced by Africa, Latin America and Asia as a result of China’s rise as a significant global economic power. Chinese aid, trade and investments – driven by the needs of its own economy – present both threats and opportunities for the South, requiring a nuanced analysis that goes beyond simplistic caricatures of ‘good’ and ‘evil’.

Africa’s Long road to Rights

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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights. This is a moment for celebration, but also for reflection on the achievements and the limitations of the commission. The purpose of this book, which accompanies a special issue of the award-winning electronic newsletter Pambazuka News, is not only to mark the 20th anniversary, but also to popularise understanding of the work of the commission.

Latest CDROMs

Proposals that Make a Difference

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Proposals that make a difference was developed to help not-for-profit organisations to write effective grant proposals.

Writing for Change

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Do you find writing a chore? Do you spend hours looking at a blank sheet of paper, wondering how to start? - Then Writing for change can help.