Technology, Nature and Power in Africa

3 credits · Undergraduate

Early modern to present. How politics and technology shape everyday life in Africa and have been shaped by competing groups. Critiques the narrative that Africa lacks technological sophistication. Shifting meanings of technology; Africa's role in global history of technology; forms of technological engagement including guns, radios, roads, nuclear power, and biometrics. [3] (P) (CORE B, C) (LE HFA)