Routledge - Political Economy of Energy in Sub-Saharan Africa

As sub-Saharan Africa faces a deepening ecological crisis, the development of the energy sector remains a central challenge. Many regions struggle with a "dirty now and clean up later" approach to the environment, often viewing ecological priorities as economic luxuries that cannot compete with immediate development needs. In this volume from the Routledge Studies on the Political Economy of Africa series, editors Asuelime and Okem lead a team of specialist contributors to examine these complex dynamics. The book investigates the extent to which sub-Saharan African nations have demonstrated foresight or politico-economic integrity in their energy policies. By analyzing the tension between economic growth and environmental responsibility, this work provides a deep look into the political and economic forces shaping the continent's energy future.