The EU and Africa

'This edited collection of studies covering the relationship between Europe and Africa over the past 50 years is good, timely and rare. For all those involved in African affairs, development issues, the global economy, conflict resolution or the evolution of the European Union's relations with the rest of the world, it offers a number of valuable insights through some excellent contributions from those closely involved. It poses big questions about the EU-Africa relationship, puts them in historical context and digs deeper into a number of aspects through case-studies on the economics, the politics, the specific approach of key member states and some regional conflicts where the European Union has become involved.' -- International Affairs
'This book provides a firm, non-compromising, educative, and non-biased assessment of the EU's relationship with African countries. ... With this expertly assembled array of authors, the volume is well written with balanced arguments and a precise narrative. ... Beneficial to everyone in Europe, Africa and beyond who wants a keen understanding of the history of the continents and their postcolonial and post-Cold War relationship. ... This groundbreaking study acts as a harbinger for future study of the relationship between the EU and Africa in the post-Cold War context without undermining the colonial legacy.' -- Norman Sempijja, H-Net Reviews
'An impressive, meaty and carefully cross-referenced volume. It will be essential reading for development practitioners, scholars and students of international relations and development studies.' -- Gordon Cumming, Journal of Modern African Studies
'This is a most welcome and vibrant guide to the EU's most enduring and guilt-inducing set of external relationships. It is required reading for all those interested in what Europe means to Africa, and vice versa.' -- Professor Christopher Hill, University of Cambridge
'A valuable collection of essays ... The EU and Africa deserves a wide readership, not least because it is at the forefront of questioning this relationship. It is well-written, with an impressive roster of contributors.' -- Bram Posthumus, Think Africa Press
'A timely, analytical and exhaustive interpretation of the complex and dynamic cooperation between Africa and the EU - a must read for all who wish to expand their insights into the contemporary challenges in Africa-EU relations'. -- Dr Mohamed Chambas, Secretary-General, African, Caribbean, and Pacific Group
'This is a much needed, impressive and thought-provoking work on the development and diversity of the EU-Africa relations... it raises the complex, but critical, key question: How can an EU-Africa partnership claim the future in a radically changing global environment? ... an essential collection.' -- Ambassador Torben Brylle, former EU Special Representative for Sudan
'This publication is very welcome... and covers key issues at the heart of the relationship between Africa and the EU. It is therefore a very useful tool for people working within the area of EU-Africa relations. The book also provides an up-to-date analysis of all the facets of this relationship. ... a must read for all seeking knowledge in this field.' -- Professor Peter H. Katjavivi, Former Namibian Ambassador to the EU
'A fair and nuanced exploration of an often controversial subject...This book is recommended not only to Africanists who wish to learn more about the place Africa occupies in EU foreign relations, but also to Europeanists who would benefit from a more critical look at the Africa-EU partnership...' -- Antoine Rayroux, Politique africaine