Democracy Human Rights and Governance in The Gambia

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>A major revision in this revised edition is the addition of a new chapter - Chapter 10 - which argues trenchantly that sustained peace stability and development in Africa remains a mirage without responsible leadership and effective governance. In a bold and elegant analysis it makes the case that the Western and Islamic conceptions of governance share a common concern in their respective emphasis on the respect and protection of the dignity of the individual as well as their welfare and security.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The main thesis that has consistently been projected by almost all the essays in this book is the need to promote:</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Democratic system of governance across the African continent;</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms particularly press freedom;</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Respect for the rule of law and supremacy of the authority of the law;</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>• Good governance and responsible management of public resources at all levels of governance in society.</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>