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journal of african peace and security
Africa's security environment is undergoing profound transformation, partly in response to fundamental events and processes that have been taking place since the late 1980s (Aning, 2007; Arnould & Strazzari, 2017; Metelits, 2016; Murithi, 2014). These include the demise of the Cold War and the fall of communism, the phenomenon of globalisation and shrinking time and space, and the emergence of intrastate conflicts as the most prevalent and deadly form of armed conflicts. Equally significant have been the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States and the concomitant war on terrorism, the 'Arab Spring' and the war in Libya, and the growing threat of transnational organised crimes that include the resort to terrorism by sub-state actors. Others relate to the growing actorness of Africa's regional and sub-regional organisations that operate alongside the state, the changing meaning of sovereignty and the chequered record of democratic experimentation in Africa.
Nonviolence! Peacebuilding Training Handbook
This Handbook is intended, above all, for people living in countries with a legacy of violence, hatred and fear who want to transform their societies and communities with a view to making them more just and better for all. It was written from an insider’s perspective, providing neither a bird’s-eye view nor observations from the sidelines, but rather the perspective of peace activists whose struggle takes them across borders and into the spaces between communities in conflict. Its starting point is the perspective of those affected by violence who are seeking to prevent the spiralling of hatred and revenge.
protecting civilians in african union peace support operations: key cases and lessons learned
In the 21st century, protecting civilians has become a central goal of peace operations, including of those authorised by the African Union (AU). The establishment of the AU was partly driven by the need to prevent or effectively respond to large-scale gross violations of human rights, through a combination of hard and soft security approaches. Mandating and deploying peace support operations (PSOs) has been one of the most prominent ways through which the AU has sought to promote human security. But to protect civilians against the backdrop of the evolving nature of contemporary security challenges, the AU has consistently had to adapt its concepts and institutional arrangements. This has sometimes proved difficult, because of the challenge of balancing the conventional means of warfare that has characterised many AU PSOs, with unconventional or asymmetrical security threats.
Conflict-sensitive adaptation to climate change in Africa
A number of developments at global policy and academic levels on climate change and conflict, and conflict-sensitive adaptation, provide impetus for this timely edited book volume. Two such developments have taken place at international, UN level. The first such development has been that the security implications of climate change are receiving increasing attention at the UN Security Council (UNSC). The UNSC debated the issue in 2007; this was followed in 2009 by a report from the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon outlining the possible security implications of climate change. However, as the body responsible for international security, the UNSC had not, until July 2011, formally recognised the security risks posed by climate change. In that month, discussions resulted in a Presidential Statement emphasising the importance of contextual information in addressing the security risks of climate change.
conflict resolution wisdom from africa
In his concluding remarks our author reminds us that “…the shape of our continent (like a question mark) can serve as a continual reminder to all of us to keep asking penetrating questions in our search for conflict resolution wisdom.” ACCORD’s entire existence has been characterised by this attitude of searching and researching for old and new ways of dealing with conflict. Our latest contribution to this ongoing process of searching is Conflict Resolution Wisdom from Africa.
Civil-Military Coordination in United Nations and African Peace Operations
United Nations peace operations are the most prevalent form of peace operations in Africa. African CIMIC Officers are likely to serve either in a UN peace operation, or alongside a UN peace operation, and it is thus important to understand how these operations are mandated and organised, and how they function. The aim of this chapter is to place CIMIC in the UN complex peace operations environment.
conflict management for peacekeepers and peacebuilders
If you are reading this handbook, it is likely that you are already involved in a peace operation of some kind, or that you are anticipating such a role in the future. This handbook has been designed as a practical guide, to assist you in dealing with conflict in a peacekeeping environment. It is aimed at all kinds of participants in peace missions – from military or police officers to civilian mission personnel and humanitarian aid workers.
The State of Peacebuilding in Africa
The birth year of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), 1963, is often considered Africa’s year of independence. But political freedom did not mean freedom from the repression and violence which had characterized the colonial period. Wars and conflicts have scarred the continent since independence. After the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, they became more complex and widespread. And so, too, did the international efforts to restore and (re) build peace in Africa. Countries worst affected by violence and conflict included Sierra Leone, Liberia, Rwanda, Somalia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan/South Sudan, Central African Republic, Mali, and Libya. In recent years, the quest for sustainable peace in Africa has taken on a new urgency, as instability and insecurity continue
Advancing Climate Action Through Environmental Tax: Exploring Economic Growth Mediation and SDG 13 Achievement in Africa
The escalating levels of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions pose a significant threat to environmental sustainability in Africa. In line with the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Agenda, African economies aim to cut their GHG in half by 2030 and reach net zero emissions by 2050. To determine whether environmental tax can effectively lower GHG emissions in Africa, this study employs panel data from 23 African nations covering the period from 1994 to 2020. Using Method of Moments Quantile Regression (MMQR) techniques, the analysis fully accounts for the heterogeneity within the dataset. This study also examines the mediation mechanism between environmental tax and GHG emissions, utilizing bank credit as a proxy for economic growth. The study further employs the IV-2SLS, PSM, and the DFE estimation approaches to account for endogeneity issues. The findings reveal that environmental tax increases economic growth (measured by bank credit) in nations with medium to high levels of GHG emissions. Furthermore, economic growth fully mediates the relationship between environmental tax and GHG emissions. These findings are specific to methane-intensive sectors and may not fully generalize to CO2-dominated economies. To maximize the efficacy of environmental tax policies, governments must identify and mitigate barriers such as high levels of corruption that hinder the tax’s impact on reducing emissions. Tailored strategies that address these challenges can enhance the effectiveness of environmental taxes, contributing significantly to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 13 (Climate Action) in Africa.
Modern Approaches to Dispute Resolution: Ad Hoc and Institutional Mediation in Asia and Africa
Ad hoc and private institutional mediation are two forms of modern approaches to dispute resolution that are increasingly developing in Asia and Africa. These two approaches offer effective alternatives to conventional litigation systems with the advantages of flexibility, time efficiency, and lower costs. Ad hoc mediation gives the parties the freedom to appoint a mediator without being tied to a particular institution, while private institutional mediation provides a structured and professional framework through a credible mediation institution. In Asia, the success of institutional mediation is driven by supportive regulations and increased mediator capacity, with dispute resolution rates between 40% and 70%. In Africa, the integration of mediation with local wisdom and indigenous cultures increases the success rate of mediation to 50% to 65%. The implementation of these two approaches within a progressive legal framework shows that ad hoc and private institutional mediation not only reduce the burden on the judicial system but also improve access to justice in a more equitable and civilized manner. These approaches represent the evolution of harmonious and equitable dispute resolution in Asia and Africa, providing strategic solutions to current and future legal challenges.
obligations des états à l’égard des changements climatiques requête pour avis consultatif soumise par l’assemblée générale des nations unies
un ensemble des questions adressés à l'Assemblée des Nations Unies à l'égard des changements climatiques
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