NWU webinar explores social policy as a tool for African nation building

This was the focus of a webinar hosted by the School of Government Studies, Political Studies and International Relations at the North-West University (NWU), where Dr Rosina Foli, a senior lecturer in the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, delivered a lecture titled “Social Policy as Nation Building: The Context of African Politics, Construction of National Identities, and Solidarities”.

Dr Foli said the use of social policy must go beyond addressing poverty and inequality. “Social policy is a collective effort to protect citizens and preserve lives. It is not only about safety nets, but also about redistribution, production, protection, reproduction and social integration.”