Afro-pessimism
nounEtymology From Afro- + pessimism.
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A pessimism or weariness over the chances of solving the political and social problems that Africa faces.
- If “Afropessimism” is not to take hold, African nations still mired in autocracy, bureaucracy, and corruption must begin to democratize their political systems.1990, Africa Report, vol 35/36, p. 97:
- He and other African journalists warned that "Afro-pessimism" in the western media affected the way Africa was perceived, with knock-on effects on the continent's politics, tourism, and aid from western countries.2000 November 17, Jessica Hodgson, The Guardian:
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- I wanted to examine the so-called “Afro-pessimism” that outsiders often feel concerning Haiti, because the country is seen as a chunk of that easily misunderstood continent, floating in the wrong seas.2013, Amy Wilentz, Farewell, Fred Voodoo, Simon & Schuster, page 22: