Yoo-hoo, Africa Is Yowling is an awakening chant, aiming to shed light on Africa’s losses and explore ways to reclaim its rightful place. Nkwazi Mhango critically examines the continent’s struggles with corrupt leadership, emphasizing how those in power mismanage resources. Despite Africa’s abundant potential and resources, it remains inexplicably impoverished. The central question posed by the tome is this: How can a continent so richly endowed become a dejected entity? The book challenges prevailing narratives that perpetuate Africa’s perceived poverty, urging Africans to think differently and act positively for their own development and the well-being of future generations. In its nostalgic critique, the book confronts societal ills and condemns those who hinder progress. It encourages Africans to boldly advocate for their rights, rejecting deceptive practices, defunct ideologies, and other hindrances. Ultimately, Yoo-hoo, Africa Is Yowling serves as a wake-up call – an urgent plea for Africans to rise, reclaim their agency, and shape a brighter future.