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Pambazuka News 198: Moneytheism and monotheism or the obscurantist international?
2011-07-21, Issue 540
http://pambazuka.org/en/category/summaryfr/75083
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Moneytheism and monotheism or the obscurantist international?
Samir Amin
The resurgence of spirituality has made religion a determining factor in history. But despite its strength, argues Samir Amin, religious belief has not destroyed what he calls the ‘immoral and savage competition’ that accompanies the coupling of moneytheism and monotheism. Amin notes that ‘contemporary monopoly capitalism is in crisis and is desperately trying to develop a new ideological offensive by a systematic recourse to ‘spiritual’ discourse.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/74991
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Religion and the struggle of the oppressed
Samir Amin
History has a wealth of examples of the involvement of religious revivalist movements in revolts against oppression. But while liberation theology made waves in Latin America, similar movements in the Muslim world, says Samir Amin, were scotched in the bud with the complicity of all the powers. But today’s revolts seem to be unaffected by religious arguments and Amin asks whether 'this is an indicator of the limits of this model of legitimising the struggle for social justice.'
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75007
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When a maniac tries to diagnose
Amy Niang and Aboubakr Tandia
It is impossible to understand and analyse the socio-political transformations in Senegal and elsewhere in post-colonial Africa without looking at how the ‘body’, in all its manifestations, is governed, write Amy Niang and Aboubakr Tandia.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75009
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Historical landmarks in the fight against violence against women
Aline Murin-Hoarau
The reason why violence against women seems to be so ingrained is because it is rooted in relationships of social dominance and racial discrimination, which historically have left little liberty for women. A key point Aline Murin-Horau took away from a recent meeting of Indian Ocean countries is that people must be aware of the history of this scourge if they want to succeed in transforming hearts and minds and the actions that follow.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75005
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France against democracy in Africa
Paul Martial
France’s imperialist policy towards Africa means it has to maintain its zone of influence, otherwise known as ‘Françafrique’, in order to protect the interests of French multinational companies, among others – a situation in which the democratic demands of African peoples count for little. It is difficult not to conclude, says Paul Martial, that French policy is a major obstacle to democracy in Africa.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75006
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An African of his times - Mamadou Dia would have been 100 today
Tidiane Dia
Mamadou Dia died on 25 February 2009 at the age of 98. He was ousted from his position as president of the council in Senegal’s first government after only two years. Accused of attempting to stage a coup d’état, he was arrested in December 1962. His imprisonment effectively ended his dream of genuine independence in Senegal. He would have turned 100 on 18 July. Tidiane Dia looks back at his life and times.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75004
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Gabon: France’s new military shield
Mengue M’EyaÃ
Gabon has been in a political crisis since the ‘coup d’état’ staged by the Bongo clan in August and September 2009. It was in this context that Paris signed several new agreements with Tripoli which, laments Mengue M’Eyaà , will only perpetuate France’s African backyard, also known as Françafrique.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75008
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Samir Amin
The resurgence of spirituality has made religion a determining factor in history. But despite its strength, argues Samir Amin, religious belief has not destroyed what he calls the ‘immoral and savage competition’ that accompanies the coupling of moneytheism and monotheism. Amin notes that ‘contemporary monopoly capitalism is in crisis and is desperately trying to develop a new ideological offensive by a systematic recourse to ‘spiritual’ discourse.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/74991
******
Religion and the struggle of the oppressed
Samir Amin
History has a wealth of examples of the involvement of religious revivalist movements in revolts against oppression. But while liberation theology made waves in Latin America, similar movements in the Muslim world, says Samir Amin, were scotched in the bud with the complicity of all the powers. But today’s revolts seem to be unaffected by religious arguments and Amin asks whether 'this is an indicator of the limits of this model of legitimising the struggle for social justice.'
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75007
******
When a maniac tries to diagnose
Amy Niang and Aboubakr Tandia
It is impossible to understand and analyse the socio-political transformations in Senegal and elsewhere in post-colonial Africa without looking at how the ‘body’, in all its manifestations, is governed, write Amy Niang and Aboubakr Tandia.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75009
******
Historical landmarks in the fight against violence against women
Aline Murin-Hoarau
The reason why violence against women seems to be so ingrained is because it is rooted in relationships of social dominance and racial discrimination, which historically have left little liberty for women. A key point Aline Murin-Horau took away from a recent meeting of Indian Ocean countries is that people must be aware of the history of this scourge if they want to succeed in transforming hearts and minds and the actions that follow.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75005
******
France against democracy in Africa
Paul Martial
France’s imperialist policy towards Africa means it has to maintain its zone of influence, otherwise known as ‘Françafrique’, in order to protect the interests of French multinational companies, among others – a situation in which the democratic demands of African peoples count for little. It is difficult not to conclude, says Paul Martial, that French policy is a major obstacle to democracy in Africa.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75006
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An African of his times - Mamadou Dia would have been 100 today
Tidiane Dia
Mamadou Dia died on 25 February 2009 at the age of 98. He was ousted from his position as president of the council in Senegal’s first government after only two years. Accused of attempting to stage a coup d’état, he was arrested in December 1962. His imprisonment effectively ended his dream of genuine independence in Senegal. He would have turned 100 on 18 July. Tidiane Dia looks back at his life and times.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75004
******
Gabon: France’s new military shield
Mengue M’EyaÃ
Gabon has been in a political crisis since the ‘coup d’état’ staged by the Bongo clan in August and September 2009. It was in this context that Paris signed several new agreements with Tripoli which, laments Mengue M’Eyaà , will only perpetuate France’s African backyard, also known as Françafrique.
http://www.pambazuka.org/fr/category/features/75008
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