Anti-Colonial Dreams, Authoritarian Realities: Populism and Power in Africa

This panel asks a central question, is populism the new face of authoritarianism in Africa? It brings together leading scholars to examine the tensions between anti-colonial aspirations and contemporary authoritarian realities across Africa. The discussion will explore how historical legacies intersect with present-day governance, economic policy, and political discourse.

Presented by the CIRA Lecture Series and co-sponsored by the African Studies Program, UW-Madison.