And for Northern and Southern Rhodesia, read Zambia and Zimbabwe. Then consider natural resources and economics. And consider political in-fighting and ancient rivalries. He suggests examining the role the United States has played in a particular country and how an issue fits into current affairs. Know what we get from that place.
Entrepreneurs know the history of local African politics and the role the U.S. played.
Entrepreneurs know where the uranium is. Ghanian-born Burayidi believes Americans may not know where their largesse is going. They may not understand that American democracy may not work in an African nation. The West emphasizes individual interests. In Africa all groups must be represented in the process to create a dialog across ethnic groups.