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Examines the dilemmas of introducing revolutionary changes in an African country deeply affected by structural adjustment. Yoweri Museveni battled to power in 1986 and his government impressed many observers, some of whom recommended it as a model for other African states struggling to develop their resources in the best interests of their people. Butwhere was change to start and how was it to continue in order to resolve the dilemmas facing Uganda? North America: Ohio U Press; Uganda: Fountain Publishers

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Essential overview of Uganda's National Resistance Movement's desperate inheritance. Uganda's recovery has been remarkable, but when this book was being written, Museveni's guerrillas were only then launching their final bid for power. North America: Ohio U Press; Uganda: Fountain Publishers

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A stimulating account of a specific period in Uganda's history. This study of the recovery of Uganda asks whether its constitution-making process, which even involved a special election, will help consolidate the progress. It also considers the lessons for all the countries of Africa which areinvolved in introducing democracy. North America: Ohio U Press Uganda: Fountain Publishers

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Religious activities have been of continuing importance in the rise of protest against post-colonial governments in Eastern Africa. This volume describes attempts by governments to manage religious affairs in both Muslim and Christian areas of East Africa. It also shows how religious denominations act in opposition to one-party state regimes; Islamic fundamentalism and its role before and after the end of the Cold War; and the part played by Christian churches operating as NGOs within the constraints of structural adjustment. North America: Ohio U Press; Uganda: Fountain Publishers; Kenya: EAEP

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