Download or read book The Elgar Companion to War Conflict and Peacebuilding in Africa written by Geoff Harris and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-12 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This dynamic Companion brings together esteemed academics from across the globe to provide ten distinct approaches to peacebuilding in Africa. With a timely and forward-thinking approach to war and conflict, the book focuses on the utilisation of traditional African dialogue in contemporary peacebuilding, developing infrastructures, and education for peace with a transformative agenda.
Download or read book Elgar Handbook of Civil War and Fragile States written by Graham K. Brown and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 609 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ÔThe Elgar Handbook of Civil War and Fragile States is an impressive volume. Its distinguished contributors offer a rich menu of courses, ranging from conflict and war to peacemaking, transitional justice, peacekeeping, and powersharing. Encyclopedic in its scope, the volume encompasses many different approaches to stimulate and provoke the careful reader. It serves up a feast for scholars and policymakers alike.Õ Ð Donald L. Horowitz, Duke University, US The Elgar Handbook of Civil War and Fragile States brings together contributions from a multidisciplinary group of internationally renowned scholars on such important issues as the causes of violent conflicts and state fragility, the challenges of conflict resolution and mediation, and the obstacles to post-conflict reconstruction and durable peace-building. While other companion volumes exist, this detailed and comprehensive book brings together an unrivalled range of disciplinary perspectives, including development economists, quantitative and qualitative political scientists, and sociologists. Topical chapters include; Post-Conflict and State Fragility, Ethnicity, Human Security, Poverty and Conflict, Economic Dimensions of Civil War, Climate Change and Armed Conflict, Rebel Recruitment, Education and Violent Conflict, Obstacles to Peace Settlements and many others. With detailed and comprehensive coverage, this Handbook will appeal to postgraduate and undergraduate students, policymakers, researchers and academics in conflict and peace studies, international relations, international politics and security studies.
Download or read book The Elgar Companion to Post Conflict Transition written by Hans-Joachim Giessmann and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are the main drivers of political transition and regime change? And to what extent do these apparently seismic political changes result in real change? These questions are the focus of this comparative study written by a mix of scholars and practitioners. This state-of-the-art volume identifies patterns in political transitions, but is largely unconvinced that these transitions bring about real change to the underlying structures of society. Patriarchy, land tenure, and economic systems often remain immune to change, despite the headlines.
Download or read book Out of Conflict written by Gunnar M. Sørbø and published by Nordic Africa Institute. This book was released on 1997 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Post Cold War Dilemmas
Download or read book Narrating War and Peace in Africa written by Solimar Otero and published by University Rochester Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Narrating War and Peace in Africa interrogates conventional representations of Africa and African culture -- mainly in the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries -- with an emphasis on portrayals of conflict and peace. While Africa has experienced political and social turbulence throughout its history, more recent conflicts seem to reinforce the myth of barbarism across the continent: in Nigeria, Rwanda, Somalia, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Kenya, Mozambique, Chad, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Sudan. The essays in this volume address reductive and stereotypical assumptions of postcolonial violence as "tribal" in nature, and offer instead various perspectives -- across disciplinary boundaries -- that foster a less fetishized, more contextualized understanding of African war, peace, and memory. Through their geographical, historical, and cultural scope and diversity, the chapters in Narrating War and Peace in Africa aim to challenge negative stereotypes that abound in relation to Africa in general and to its wars and conflicts in particular, encouraging a shift to more balanced and nuanced representations of the continent and its political and social climates. Contributors: Ann Albuyeh, Zermarie Deacon, Alicia C. Decker, Aména Moïnfar, Kayode Omoniyi Ogunfolabi, Sabrina Parent, Susan Rasmussen, Michael Sharp, Cheryl Sterling, Hetty ter Haar, Melissa Tully, Pamela Wadende, Metasebia Woldemariam, Jonathan Zilberg. Toyin Falola is the Jacob and Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities and University Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. Hetty ter Haar is an independent researcher in England.
Download or read book The Elgar Companion to Gender and Global Migration written by Natalia Ribas-Mateos and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2022-12-13 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This timely Companion traces the interlinking histories of globalisation, gender, and migration in the 21st century, setting up a completely new agenda beyond Western research production. Natalia Ribas-Mateos and Saskia Sassen bring together 27 incisive contributions from leading international experts on gender and global migration, uncovering the multitude of economies, histories, families and working cultures in which local, regional, national, and global economies are embedded.
Download or read book War and Conflict in Africa written by Paul D. Williams and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-06-23 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After the Cold War, Africa earned the dubious distinction of being the world's most bloody continent. But how can we explain this proliferation of armed conflicts? What caused them and what were their main characteristics? And what did the world's governments do to stop them? In this fully revised and updated second edition of his popular text, Paul Williams offers an in-depth and wide-ranging assessment of more than six hundred armed conflicts which took place in Africa from 1990 to the present day - from the continental catastrophe in the Great Lakes region to the sprawling conflicts across the Sahel and the web of wars in the Horn of Africa. Taking a broad comparative approach to examine the political contexts in which these wars occurred, he explores the major patterns of organized violence, the key ingredients that provoked them and the major international responses undertaken to deliver lasting peace. Part I, Contexts provides an overview of the most important attempts to measure the number, scale and location of Africa's armed conflicts and provides a conceptual and political sketch of the terrain of struggle upon which these wars were waged. Part II, Ingredients analyses the role of five widely debated features of Africa's wars: the dynamics of neopatrimonial systems of governance; the construction and manipulation of ethnic identities; questions of sovereignty and self-determination; as well as the impact of natural resources and religion. Part III, Responses, discusses four major international reactions to Africa's wars: attempts to build a new institutional architecture to help promote peace and security on the continent; this architecture's two main policy instruments, peacemaking initiatives and peace operations; and efforts to develop the continent. War and Conflict in Africa will be essential reading for all students of international peace and security studies as well as Africa's international relations.
Download or read book The Elgar Companion to Migration and the Sustainable Development Goals written by Nicola Piper and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2024-04-12 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This dynamic Companion explores the connections - and disconnections - between migration and sustainable development as articulated by the UN’s Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Providing a critical appraisal of Agenda 2030, it examines the extent to which the SDGs encompass migration and migrant-related experiences within the context of the pledge to ‘leave no-one behind’.
Download or read book Narrating War and Peace in Africa written by Toyin Falola and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ending Africa s Wars written by Oliver Furley and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Post-colonial Africa has seemingly been in an intractable state of conflict and war for a considerable period of time. This volume explores the process by which these wars were ended, discusses the lessons learnt, and examines the sustainability of recently reconciled conflicts to see how far peace solutions are permanent in this region. Ending Africa's Wars is an important and timely book for all those interested in conflict, democracy, international organizations, civil society, refugees, gender and the economic reconstruction of Africa.
Download or read book Contemporary Armed Conflict and Tradition Based Peace Building in Africa written by Eziho Promise Ogele, PhD and published by Patuch Concepts. This book was released on 2023-07-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Contemporary Armed Conflicts and Tradition-Based Peacebuilding in Africa," Dr. Eziho Promise Ogele, a distinguished lecturer in the Department of Political Science, embarks on a captivating exploration of the complex interplay between armed conflicts and traditional peacebuilding methods within the African continent. This groundbreaking book takes readers on an enlightening journey through the untrodden pathways of Africa's contemporary history, unraveling the deep-rooted traditions that have shaped both its conflicts and its pursuit of lasting peace. With meticulous research and profound expertise, Dr. Ogele delves into the multifaceted dynamics of armed conflicts that have plagued Africa, shedding light on their causes, consequences, and the devastating toll they exact on human lives and societies. From civil wars and insurgencies to regional conflicts and post-colonial struggles, the author paints a vivid and comprehensive portrait of Africa's turbulent landscape, unearthing the intricate web of factors that perpetuate violence. But amidst the chaos, Dr. Ogele's keen insight reveals the enduring resilience of Africa's traditional peacebuilding mechanisms. Drawing upon rich cultural heritage and indigenous wisdom, he explores the intricate tapestry of African traditions and their potential to offer sustainable solutions for conflict resolution and the establishment of lasting peace. Throughout the book, he uncovers remarkable examples of traditional practices, from customary dispute resolution mechanisms to tribal reconciliation ceremonies, which continue to foster harmony and restore social cohesion against all odds. As readers journey through the pages of this remarkable work, they will be captivated by Dr. Ogele's masterful storytelling, which weaves together historical narratives, case studies, and personal testimonies to create a compelling tapestry of Africa's tumultuous journey toward peace. Through his engaging prose, he skillfully bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering practical insights for policymakers, academics, and peace practitioners alike. "Contemporary Armed Conflicts and Tradition-Based Peacebuilding in Africa" is a tour de force, an invaluable resource that challenges conventional paradigms and invites readers to embrace a holistic understanding of conflict and peace on the African continent. Dr. Ogele's authoritative voice, combined with his deep respect for African cultures, instills hope and inspires action, igniting a flame of optimism for a future where tradition and modernity coexist in harmony to build a more peaceful Africa.
Download or read book War Conflict in Africa written by Paul D. Williams and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book War and Peace in Africa written by Toyin Falola and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: War and Peace in Africa provides the reader with important background information on the driving forces behind the continent's civil wars and conflicts. The book strives to put the myriad of normative and theoretical issues that result in conflicts and wars in Africa within their historical and global contexts--thus resonating the continuing struggles to achieve a more peaceful and viable postcolonial order. With the benefit of their multidisciplinary approaches, the contributors each present expert perspectives on diverse aspects of both civil and regional conflicts in unique ways that together elucidate our understanding of the interactions among nation building, ethnonationalism, armed conflicts, and state collapse. The emergent themes convey a harrowing reality that war and peace have been close companions in history. Most modern states in Europe, Asia, and the Americas are products of war and nationalist struggles. Similar dynamics best explain the havoc and sense of despair these wars have brought upon Africa. The struggle for peace becomes a war that must be won because it is only peace that provides a sturdy foundation upon which the future of humankind can be firmly established. That is why the crises-ridden African postcolonial state has more than ever consumed the attention of students of ethnonationalism and conflict resolution in recent times. This book contains twenty-six chapters divided into three parts. Part A contains three chapters focusing on the contexts and causations of wars and conflicts. Part B is made up of nine chapters dwelling on wars and conflicts resulting from Africa's contact with Europe. Part C has fourteen chapters highlighting wars and post-war reconstructions in the postcolonial era. Overall, the emerging themes from War and Peace in Africa call for a serious reflection on the future of the postcolonial state. Reflecting on the meaning of state legitimacy particularly in conflict zones, the authors pose the following crucial questions: Is the postcolonial state viable as is? Is there a fundamental problem with the exercise of power and the formula for redistribution of national resources that provokes violent responses from minorities and the powerless? The answers are refreshing. "This well-produced, 600-page book presents the edited conference papers accompanied by useful bibliographies for each chapter and 52 illustrations and maps. ... Summing Up: Recommended. All academic levels/libraries." -- CHOICE magazine "One of the great strenghts of the volume is that it brings together so many experienced scholars to discuss various topics and regions systematically. . . . [T]his well-researched volume is an important contribution to African war and peace studies." -- African Affairs
Download or read book Peace and Conflict Resolution in Africa written by Ernest E. Uwazie and published by . This book was released on 2018-04 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication is the product of the 25th Annual Africa and Diaspora Conference in 2016, organized by the Center for African Peace and Conflict Resolution at California State University, Sacramento, on the theme of "Peace and Conflict Resolution in Africa 25 Years Later: Lessons, Best Practices and Opportunities". It brings together reflections on both historical and contemporary or recurring conflicts in Africa, especially on issues of ethno-religious conflicts, corruption, land, and leadership. The chapters include case studies and some theoretical perspectives on the persistent search for the right size and scope of visioning and programming on peace and conflict resolution in Africa. Understandably, this collection of ideas, thoughts and proposals will resonate with the field of Peace and Conflict Studies. Arguably, Africa is "rising" in the 21st century, with declining violent conflicts and an increase in stable democracies and economies. However, there are still the significant challenges of extremism, climate change, poor governance, ineffective leadership, widening wealth gaps, and weak institutions of moderation. The essays collected here also document areas of progress in legitimizing democracy and conceptualizing social justice, and suggest the need for building the next generation of peace leaders in Africa.
Download or read book Understanding Africa s Contemporary Conflicts written by Richard Bowd and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Conflict and Peace building in Africa written by Timothy M. Shaw and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Peace and Security in the Western Balkans written by Nemanja Džuverović and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book outlines the main security threats, actors, and processes in the Western Balkans following the dissolution of Yugoslavia. Exploring the state of peace and security in the region it asks if a stable peace is achievable. The comparative framework explores state perspectives – from Serbia, Montenegro, Northern Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, and Kosovo – alongside military, political-societal, economic, and environmental security concerns. The interplay of international actors is also considered. Academics, scholars, and practitioners who deal with Balkan issues, either as a focus or comparatively, and have interests in security and peace studies will find the volume invaluable along with students of political science, security studies, peace studies, area studies (Eastern European studies and/or Southeast European studies), and international studies in general.
