The Oral Tradition in African Literature
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Walter Ong, in his work Orality and Literacy, stated that the oral cultures of the world are based in words that have not static objects, but instead are comprised of events, power and actions (31-32). This 5 page paper considers the basic premise of Ong's basic evaluations of oral traditions, and demonstrates them through a view of Courlander and Herzog's recount of the African short story 'Talk.' Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Oraltrad.wps

Is Uganda A Democracy?
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10 pages in length. Democracy is a political way of life that involves each and every person in all phases of decision-making and rule. Indeed, it is a most desired manner by which to run a country; however, democratic rule is not easy to come by. Nations have fought for the right to call themselves a democracy, while others have endured great hardships and constant battle without ever achieving its liberating results. The writer discusses how Uganda is one nation that has rallied back from severe oppression to be able to claim the democratic way of life as its own. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ugandem.wps

French Colonial Policy / The Berbers vs. The Arabs
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This 15 page paper discusses French colonial policy as applied toward the Berbers of Morocco and compared to the policy France adopted relating to the Arabs. The report includes a brief history of the Berbers, examples of the French attitude regarding the Berbers, and French and Arab relations. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Berber.wps

Somalia
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A 6 page overview of the politics of Somalia with particular emphasis on international and U.S. foreign policies and military and economic aid. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Somalia.wps