Emerging African Nations Described
A pattern of seeming paradox surrounds some of the actions of the emerging African nations as they attempt to make the difficult transition to modern technological societies in one giant step.
BUT THE UNITED STATES must exercise patience and tolerance as these countries try to work out ways to achieve their goals, Reuben Frodin, American Universities Field Staff member said.
The AUFS scholar said Africans are a sensitive people with an intense pride concerning their newlywon independence.
Prof. Frodin, a specialist in West African affairs, is at KU as part of a tour of the 11 AUFS campuses. He spoke Friday to about 100 students and faculty members at the Current Events Forum in the Music Room of the Kansas Union.
"They want to be considered independent and free, and define this as neutrality." But, he added, if they find themselves agreeing too much within their own government, particularly on a policy which might favor the West, they find themselves open to the charge of being stooges of former colonial powers.
THE CONFIDENCE THE AFRICANS have gained from the very impetus of being released from colonial rule makes them believe they can solve the world's problems, Prof. Frodin said.
In their attempt to rocket into the 20th century the African rejects any suggestion of "gradualism" as an effort to keep them subject to foreign interests.
with the same time accept from us," the tall, greying specialist said.
He continued, "They believe Czech arms are as good as those of the U.S., and ask why shouldn't they train their military leaders in Russia and their students in Prague.
"They are confident they can handle the Russians because they have achieved independence."
Prof. Frodin, whose appearance is more like that of a dapper business executive or retired pro football player than a scholar, said Africans are impatient to achieve material wealth.
"WE HAVE NO WAY OF TELLING them that we have worked hard to develop this country and its resources. They just don't understand that." he said.
While he was optimistic about the future of the new African nations, particularly Nigeria, where he has concentrated his recent studies, Prof. Frodin said splintering of government factions must be expected.
Prof. Frodin said the United States would also have to exercise tolerance in the attempts of African nations to work out their own forms of government.
These splinterings may even reach violent proportions at times until an attitude of respect for opposition views is reached, he said.
WITH REGARD TO THE ROLE of the new African nations in the international sphere, Dr. Frodin said
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"We must help them understand that the rights of participation are subject to responsibilities too," he said.
they must be encouraged to participate in the United Nations and similar bodies "as painful as their actions might be to us."
Some of the African paradox shows up in their belief that the United States could exert more power, if it desired, to force the remaining colonial powers out of Africa.
Missending a man's time is a kind of self-homicide. — George Savile, Marquess of Halifax
"Whether this is true or not is unimportant. That's what they believe," he continued.
During a question period near the end of the program, Prof. Frodin was asked by an African student what the new African nations could do to advance.
Prof. Frodin suggested a strong emphasis on education and a cut back in government spending in some areas. Government funds could be concentrated more on what he called "the dry essentials," like roads housing and sanitation.
Prof. Frodin was also asked if he thought these new nations would achieve maturity faster by copying a blueprint of American democracy.
"I don't think forms of governments are exportable," he answered, adding that the developments would have to come from within the individual countries.
German Department Film, "Wozkj" (Correction: Tuesday, Oct. 24 instead of Monday, Oct. 23) 23 showings: 4, 6 and 8; 5 Bailey, Open to the public. English subtitles.
Catholic Daily Mass; 6:30 a.m. St.
John's Church, 18th & Kentucky.
Official Bulletin
Episcopal Holy Communion and Breakfast:
7 a.m. Canterbury House.
TUESDAY
United Preshyterian Men: 7 p.m.
Westminster Center, 1204 Goad. "God in
College Classroom." Rev Don Hulh,
guest speaker, followed by discussion peri-
Episcopal Evening Prayer: 9:30 p.m.
Danforth Chapel.
WEDNESDAY
Anthropology Club: 12 noon, 12 Strong E. Election of Officers
Westminster Center Council; 5:15 p.m.
Westminster Center, 1904 Oread
wisdom cité leur journée.
La reunion du Cercle Fouleurs aua
mercreed le 25 Octobre à quatre
heures dans le salie de Forum de l'union. M. Kuhn fera un compte-rendu de l'institut d'étudants de l'universite de Danssan a Paris.
The new KU student handbook publication, announced last week by the ASC publications committee, is awaiting suggestions from students and campus organizations before publication.
Suggestions Wanted For New Handbook
Student and organizations should bring their suggestions to be included in the Student Handbook to the Dean of Students office in Strong Hall as soon as possible.
The handbook will bring together all the small publications, condensing them into one book.
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