The Political System of Putin and Medvedev in the 21st Century

This book critically examines Russia's political evolution under Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev, highlighting how power was centralized through constitutional reforms, media control, and a strategic exchange of presidential and prime ministerial roles. It explores Russia's model of "sovereign democracy" and its implications for global politics, particularly its influence in Africa. The study links Russia's authoritarian trajectory to emerging patterns of electoral authoritarianism across Africa, warning of threats to democracy, civil liberties, and institutional strength. Through Pan-African thought and indigenous governance values, the book urges African nations to resist external political models and embrace a vision of self-determined, democratic leadership grounded in historical wisdom and continental agency. It offers both critique and roadmap, a call to reimagine governance for Africa's future.

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Dr. Nzayisenga Antoine, an esteemed theologian, educator, and historian from East Africa, is a professor at World Bible School University. A committed Pan-Africanist, he champions African identity, indigenous leadership, and faith-based education to empower the next generation of African leaders.

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This book critically examines Russia's political evolution under Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev, highlighting how power was centralized through constitutional reforms, media control, and a strategic exchange of presidential and prime ministerial roles. It explores Russia's model of "sovereign democracy" and its implications for global politics, particularly its influence in Africa. The study links Russia's authoritarian trajectory to emerging patterns of electoral authoritarianism across Africa, warning of threats to democracy, civil liberties, and institutional strength. Through Pan-African thought and indigenous governance values, the book urges African nations to resist external political models and embrace a vision of self-determined, democratic leadership grounded in historical wisdom and continental agency. It offers both critique and roadmap, a call to reimagine governance for Africa's future.