Is homegrown development in Africa a reality or an illusion? This essential analysis critically evaluates indigenous strategies as alternatives to external aid, focusing on Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya. Discover how African nations are independently tackling poverty and driving socio-economic progress. Understand the critical conditions for the success and sustainability of these homegrown models. A must-read for students and scholars of development studies, international politics, and political economy seeking deep insights into Africa’s unique growth pathways.