Politics and Law in Africa
This course examines the relationship between law and politics in African states. It covers constitutions and constitutionalism, the rule of law, legal pluralism and customary law, courts and judicial independence, human rights, and the use of legal institutions in political competition and the management of power. Learning outcomes: Explain the place of constitutions and the rule of law in African states. Analyse the relationship between courts
About This Course
This course examines the relationship between law and politics in African states. It covers constitutions and constitutionalism, the rule of law, legal pluralism and customary law, courts and judicial independence, human rights, and the use of legal institutions in political competition and the management of power. Learning outcomes: Explain the place of constitutions and the rule of law in African states. Analyse the relationship between courts and political authority. Discuss the interaction of customary, religious and state legal systems.
Course Details
- Lectures0
- Duration400 level
- Quiz & ExamNot Available
