Africa possesses abundant natural resources yet suffers civil wars and international conflicts based on access to resource revenues. The course examines the distinctive history of Africa, the impact of the resource curse, mismanagement of government and corruption, and specific cases of unrest and war in Africa.

Professor: Dr. John Heilbrunn
Prerequisite: LAIS 100
Pre- or Co-requisite: SYGN 200
Semester Hours: 3