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African Journalism | Volume 9 . Number 2 . December 2020

African Journalism | Volume 9 . Number 2 . December 2020

2020-12-08

The African Journal on Terrorism is published by the The African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT), Algiers, Algeria (hereafter referred to as the Centre) which was established in 2004 as a structure of the African Union, in conformity with the protocol of the OAU Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Terrorism.

Decision of the 14th Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of the Union

2020-12-06

Election Reports

Rapport électoral de la MOEUA: République de Côte d'Ivoire

2020-11-21

Rapport de la Mission d'Observation Electorale de l'Union africaine pour l'élection présidentielle du 31 octobre 2020 en République de Cote d'Ivoire

Election Reports

AUEOM Election Report: Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

2020-11-21

Rapport de la Mission d'Observation Electorale de l'Union africaine pour l'élection présidentielle du 31 octobre 2020 en République de Cote d'Ivoire

Election Reports

Rapport électoral de la MOEUA: République de Guinée

2020-11-21

Rapport de la Mission d’Observation Electorale de l’Union africaine pour l’élection présidentielle du 18 octobre 2020 en République de Guinée

Election Reports

AUEOM Election Report: Republic of Guinea

2020-11-21

Rapport de la Mission d’Observation Electorale de l’Union africaine pour l’élection présidentielle du 18 octobre 2020 en République de Guinée

Election Reports

AUEOM Election Report: United Republic of Tanzania

2020-11-21

Report of the African Union Election Observation Mission to the 28 October 2020 General Elections to the United Republic of Tanzania

Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020

Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020

2020-11-13

Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020

Report: African Election Management Bodies on Covid-19 and Elections in Africa

2020-09-21

Following the spread of the COVID-19-19 pandemic within African Union (AU) Member States and its impact on electoral processes, on 27 May 2020, the Department of Political Affairs (DPA) of the African Union Commission (AUC) in collaboration with the Association of African Electoral Authorities (AAEA) and Election Management Bodies (EMBs) Networks of Regional Economic Communities (RECs) convened the first virtual peer-learning consultative mee

Bamako Declaration on an African Common Position on the Illicit Proliferation, C

2020-09-03

Policy Framework for the control of SALW

Veteran combatants do not fade away: a comparative study on two demobilization a

2020-09-03

Draws on research on Reintegration of ex-refugees and ex-fighters in post conflict Eritrea. Comprehensive analysis of issues and lessons learned from this specific DDR programme

Challenges of Peace Implementation in Cote d'Ivoire

2020-09-03

Report on the proceedings of an international experts’ workshop, with, the theme “Challenges of Implementation in Cote d’Ivoire”, held at the Kofi Annan International peace keeping Training Centre, from 31 May to 2nd June 2004. Chapter VI discusses progress with DDR highlighting challenges with programme linkages to politocal committments and processes

Eritrea’s Economic Survival: Summary Record of Conference Held on 20 April 200

2020-09-03

Focuses on the political Economy of Eritrea in the no war-no peace stalemate that prevailed since 1998-2000 conflict with Ethiopia - specific presentation explores issues related to the re-mobilisation of formerly demobilised soldiers and lessons learned from pasdt DDR experiences.

Behind the Violence

2020-09-03

A historical overview and analysis of the conflict in Northern Uganda.

Social Development Notes: Conlfict Crime and Violence -DDR

2020-09-03

Brief guide on DDR for Bank staff

The Costs of Violence: Review of the evidence

2020-09-03

A review of studies and methodological approaches that attempt to estimate the cost of violence and conflict and its impact on development resources

Social Development Notes: Human Trafficking: A Brief Overview

2020-09-03

An overview of the issues of Human Trafficking. Given the involvement of some armed groups in cross border human traffcking activities likely to be of interest to DDR Practitioners.

What Happens to Youth During and After Wars?

2020-09-03

This useful paper explores in detrail issues related to the impact of dconflict on youth and, conversely, their impact on conflict dynamics. It covers issues related to youth recruitment into armed groups, their descoialisation, and reintegration. Aspects of post- conflict social cohesion are also explored. Case studies from Liberia and Sierra Leone are presented.

Integrating Mental Health and Psychosocial Interventions into World Bank Lending

2020-09-03

Provides useful definitions of mental and psych0-social health and well being and explores empirical data on the extent of issues faced in conflict and post conflict settings including impact at individual and broader level. Highlights ex-combatants as one of several groups of special concern. Provides advice on basic steps required and issues to consider when planning services and interventions.

Negotiating Post-war Identities Child Soldiers in Mozambique and Angola

2020-09-03

Useful exploration of issues related to de-scoialisation and initiation strategies employed by insurgent groups amongst children and how in post conflict settings post war identities had to be constructed to enable social reintegration. Includes exploration of the use of traditional systems in Angola and Mozambique.

Priority Plan for Peace Building in the Comoros

2020-09-03

Interesting example of what might be considered a simply articulated Transitional Results Framework for Peacebuilding in the Comoros Context - developed by the Government of the Union des Comores with external support. Highlights proposed DDR interventions within the context of wider stabilisation efforts centered around other risk groups - makes linkages to wider PRSP and sectoral policies.

The African Union Operations in Comoros-MAES and Operations Democracy

2020-09-03

Detailed description and analysis of the AU Electoral and Security Assistance Mission to Comoros. Contains detailed background on the origins of conflict - brief mention of DDR responsibilities.

Frustrations of Regional Peacekeeping: The OAU in Chad, 1977-1982

2020-09-02

Historical analysis of the roots of conflict in Chad (pre 1977) and conflict between 1977-1982. Explores role of regional peacekeeping and conflict resolution efforts. No specific reference to DDR but of interest in the light of lessons learned and implications for current peace support operations.

Joint Guidance Note on Integrated Recovery Planning using Post Conflict Needs As

2020-09-02

Joint Guidance Note covering PCNA and TRF. Useful background for DDR practitioners in terms of their role in wider post conflict stabilisation processes and synergy between DDR and other stabilisation instruments/programmes,