West African integration from pre-colonial times to independence

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Set against a backdrop of a new world order, the narrative explores Africa's struggle for true independence amidst ongoing Western and Middle Eastern dominance. It highlights the historical integration of West African empires, where kings unified vassal states across various domains. The book examines the challenges faced during colonization and the subsequent attempts by newly independent African nations to achieve economic, political, and cultural cohesion, emphasizing the slow journey toward genuine autonomy and unity in the region.