Ubuntu - the spirit of African transformation management - a review

The idea of "African Management" is compelling when considering the complex social and organizational changes under way in South Africa today. Sets out to critically evaluate the concept of "African Management" as used by Mbigi and Maree (1995). Argues that, while the book contai...

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Published in:Leadership & organization development journal 1997-11, Vol.18 (6), p.290-294
Main Authors: Swartz, Ethne, Davies, Rae
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Consultants
Corporate culture
Culture
Facilities management
Management theory
Metaphor
National cultures
Organization development
Organizational change
Organizational development
South Africa
Strategic facilities management
Studies
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Summary:The idea of "African Management" is compelling when considering the complex social and organizational changes under way in South Africa today. Sets out to critically evaluate the concept of "African Management" as used by Mbigi and Maree (1995). Argues that, while the book contains many weaknesses, it documents an idiosyncratic, but valuable view for interpreting the world. Further argues that it is important to compare this view with management theory which has been developed in the West in order to understand the similarities and differences that may exist, and how these might best be exploited to achieve healthy organizations.
ISSN:0143-7739
1472-5347
DOI:10.1108/01437739710176239