Mahmood Mamdani

Mahmood Mamdani is a distinguished Ugandan academic, author, and political commentator. He is known for his work in African history, political theory, and the intersection of politics and anthropology. Mamdani has served as a professor at Columbia University in New York and as the director of the Makerere Institute of Social Research in Kampala, Uganda. He has written extensively on the topics of colonialism, post-colonialism, and the dynamics of power and resistance in Africa. His notable works include 'Citizen and Subject: Contemporary Africa and the Legacy of Late Colonialism' and 'Saviors and Survivors: Darfur, Politics, and the War on Terror.'

Books

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  1. 1. Citizen And Subject

    Cover of 'Citizen And Subject' by Mahmood Mamdani

    "Citizen and Subject" explores the complex relationship between citizenship and identity in postcolonial Africa. The author critically examines the concept of citizenship as a tool for exclusion and domination, particularly in the context of colonial and postcolonial states. Through a comprehensive analysis of case studies from Uganda and South Africa, Mamdani delves into the historical processes that have shaped the formation of citizenship and subjecthood, shedding light on the enduring legacies of colonialism and the challenges faced by marginalized groups in attaining full citizenship rights.

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