The course’s primary objective is problematizing and understanding the notion of 'African Development.' In doing so, the course will examine knowledge frameworks that are defining the processes of Africa’s historical, economic, political, and socio-cultural changes. The course aims to equip students with a critical understanding of the notions of development in the African context by juxtaposing selected decolonial and mainstream perspectives. The course will cover vital issues in African development, such as the role of the African state; continental development frameworks (AAF-SAP, NEPAD, Agenda 2063, AfCFTA); politics, governance & democracy; as well as social and public policy issues in agriculture & rural development; education; digital development (digitalization); and knowledge production.