HPS³ - Klaus Schlichte - Colonial continuities or pragmatism? Taxation and Social Policy in Subsaharan AfricaWe welcome Prof. Dr. Klaus Schlichte on Wednesday, 23 October 2024 to the HPS Seminar Series

23 October 2024, 5:15 pm

The Hamburg Political Science Seminar Series (HPS³) features international speakers presenting cutting-edge research in empirical political science and political economy.

We welcome on 

23 October,  17:15-18:45 CET in VMP9 B130

Prof. Dr. Klaus Schlichte, University of Bremen

Title: "Colonial continuities or pragmatism? Taxation and Social Policy in Subsaharan Africa"

Abstract:​
That there are considerable welfare state dynamics on the African continent is not so known. That they have roots in colonial times, might even sound counter-intuitive. This presentation will give an overview about welfare state development on the African continent, also in relation to taxation policies and state dynamics in general. What is driving and hindering the expansion of social policy in African settings? What is the role of international institutions and the famous “donors” in these dynamics?

Keywords: Colonialism | Global Studies | International Relations | Taxation

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We invite everyone interested to attend the HPS Seminar Series and are looking forward to seeing you.