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Westernization in Sub-Saharan Africa: Facing Loss of Culture, Knowledge, and Environment: Author: Scott, Meghan Marie; Date: 2007-08-15; Program: Architecture; Abstract: Sub-Saharan Africa faces many challenges; among them is the struggle to westernize. But is westernization really the answer for this large 'third world' population? Westernization has stripped many of the cultures that make up sub-Saharan Africa of their knowledge bases, knowledge of tradition, and pride in culture. The principles behind International architecture indicate to this part of the world that the way they are living (with sensitivity to earth, season, and hardship) is uncivilized. That instead of grass huts that can be rebuilt id a drought causes a family to move, they must build mu...; Download File | View full details