POLITICS IN PRE-COLONIAL AFRICA: AN AFRICAN-CENTERED APPROACH

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POLITICS IN PRE-COLONIAL AFRICA: AN AFRICAN-CENTERED APPROACH

POLITICS IN PRE-COLONIAL AFRICA: AN AFRICAN-CENTERED APPROACH

Pages : 569-585

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Publication Date : 2025-12-17

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study examines the diverse political systems of pre-colonial Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on the complexity and variety of governance structures that existed before the onset of European colonialism. Utilizing an African-centered sociology approach, the research explores both decentralized societies, such as the Igbo and Tiv, and centralized states like the Mali Empire and the Kingdom of Benin. The analysis is rooted in a comparative methodology that draws on historical texts, archaeological evidence, and oral traditions to uncover how these political systems were adapted to their specific social, economic, and cultural contexts. The study challenges Eurocentric narratives that often marginalize or simplify African political history, instead highlighting the ingenuity, resilience, and sophistication of pre-colonial African governance. By doing so, it seeks to contribute to a more nuanced and respectful understanding of African history, emphasizing the agency and innovation of African societies in shaping their own political destinies.
Keywords : Sahra Altı Afrika, Afrika Merkezli Sosyoloji, Afrika Felsefesi, Afrika Metafiziği, Politika

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