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Neoliberal feminism in Africa

Author: Yemisi Akimbobola

In: Eurozine, 2019

Argues that, in a society like Nigeria’s, where lack of financial opportunity has fostered an entrepreneurial mindset, and where distrust of western feminism is culturally entrenched, neoliberal feminism may be women’s best option, even if neoliberal feminism is criticized for its disregard for structural inequalities and thus for failing women most susceptible to violence.

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https://www.eurozine.com/neoliberal-feminism-africa/