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1526182475 pdf This volume explores trends in foreign direct investment (FDI) on the African continent, the benefits and challenges that FDI presents for African States, and Africas participation in the international investment law regime. Featuring contributions from leading African international lawyers, arbitrators, jurists, academics, and litigation experts, this landmark volume is the first of its kind of explore African perspectives in international investment law. Hodu and Mbengue bring together non-mainstream approaches to the debate on the nexus between foreign investment and development, addressing key conceptual issues that will define contemporary international investment law for decades to come. With insights and critical comments on the challenges of Africas foreign investment climate and international investment law, this timely collection is essential reading for academics, students, and practitioners alike. Read more