Demystifying colonialism and migration: An African perspective
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the historical trajectory of colonialism in Africa and its role in early migration patterns. It challenges the common perception of migration as a recent response to social stress and desperation in underdeveloped communities. Instead, it delves into the impact of colonialism on emigration, encompassing both forced and commercialised migration, from these so-called “underdeveloped” regions. While colonialism has been extensively discussed, much of the literature originates from the colonisers themselves, often reducing their intentions to the exploitation of cheap human labour for war and commerce. Yet, the unintended consequences of these forces, which include the loss of culture, dignity, self-actualisation, respect, and other aspects of dehumanisation, have been underrepresented in academic research.
Source: Research in Globalization
Institution: University of South Africa
Language: English
Subfield: Anthropology
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,480
OpenAlex ID: W4404356379