West Africa And The U S War On Terror

Author : George Klay Kieh,Kelechi Kalu
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781136251214

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West Africa and the U.S. War on Terror by George Klay Kieh,Kelechi Kalu Pdf

Since the terrorist attacks on the American homeland on September 11, 2001, fighting the menace has become the frontier issue on the U.S.’ national security agenda. In the case of the African Continent, the United States has, and continues to accord major attention to the West African sub-region. This book : Evaluates where we can place West Africa within the broader crucible of the U.S. war on terrorism Establishes the key elements of the U.S.’ counter-terrorism policy in West Africa? Examines the U.S. counter-terrorism strategies in West Africa, and evaluates if they are being pursued both at the bilateral and multilateral levels in the region Interrogates the relationship between stability in the sub-region and the waging of the U.S.’ war on terrorism. Specifically, the book examines the crises of underdevelopment—cultural, economic, environmental, political, security and social—in the sub-region, especially their impact on shaping the conditions that provide the taproots of terrorism. Clearly, addressing these multidimensional crises of underdevelopment is pivotal to the success of the U.S. war on terrorism in the sub-region. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of terrorism, homeland security, African Studies, conflict management, and political violence.

Author : Cyril I. Obi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Islamic fundamentalism
ISBN : STANFORD:36105131972965

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West African Security in the Context of the Global War on Terror by Cyril I. Obi Pdf

Author : John Davis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317184508

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Africa and the War on Terrorism by John Davis Pdf

Abject poverty and official corruption make parts of Africa a very attractive destination for terrorist organizations. Opportunities have developed during the pre- and post-9/11 periods in Africa for the recruitment of terrorists, attainment of bases of operations and sources of funding for Al Qaeda or its affiliated terror groups. This comprehensive volume provides an extensive examination of major terrorist events in Africa. It highlights internal and external indices to illustrate why Africa is so ripe for terrorism, ostensibly in terms of recruitment as well as attainment and sources of funding due to the continent's continuing poverty and corruption. The volume will prove indispensable reading for anyone researching security issues, political sociology and African studies.

Author : Kelechi A. Kalu,George Klay Kieh
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-11-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135007386

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United States - Africa Security Relations by Kelechi A. Kalu,George Klay Kieh Pdf

United States-Africa relations have experienced four major cycles. The first cycle was during the Cold War(1960-1990). During this period, the U.S. developed a one-sided relationship with various African states in which the latter served as "foot soldiers" for the U.S. in its competition with the Soviet Union for global domination. Among other things, the various client African states provided the U.S. with access to airfields, deep water ports and sites for the establishment of various intelligence gathering facilities. In addition, the U.S. used various groups like UNITA led by Jonas Savimbi in Angola to undermine and fight pro-Soviet regimes on the continent. The second cycle of the relationship covered the period 1991-1998. During this time, the U.S. scaled down its security activities in Africa. The major reason was that with the end of the Cold War Africa(with few exceptions like Egypt) was no longer a major front for the promotion of U.S. Security interests. The third cycle commenced in 1998 and ended in 2001. This period was characterized by the U.S.’ search for an approach to frame its security relations with Africa. In this vein, the U.S. undertook various military-security initiatives . The fourth cycle began after the 9/11 terrorist attacks against the American homeland. Since then, the U.S. has expanded the scope of its security relations with Africa, as reflected in the establishment of various initiatives and programs. At the core is the prosecution of the American "war on terror." Against this backdrop, this book examines some of the major dimensions of the U.S.’ security relations with Africa, including American security interests on the continent, the "war on terror," AFRICOM, and military cooperation. Using the book’s integrative theoretical framework, each of the chapters in the volume examines the various factors that shape the issue of focus.

Author : Nkwazi Nkuzi Mhango
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-12-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780761869733

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'Is It Global War on Terrorism' or Global War over Terra Africana? by Nkwazi Nkuzi Mhango Pdf

This volume addresses the controversies of the global war on terror vis-à-vis Africa; and the way Africa is going to be negatively affected shall the war in point not be deconstructed so that the war on terror can be fought based on the consensus of all stakeholders for their collective interests.

Author : George Klay Kieh,Kelechi Kalu
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781136251207

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West Africa and the U.S. War on Terror by George Klay Kieh,Kelechi Kalu Pdf

Since the terrorist attacks on the American homeland on September 11, 2001, fighting the menace has become the frontier issue on the U.S.’ national security agenda. In the case of the African Continent, the United States has, and continues to accord major attention to the West African sub-region. This book : Evaluates where we can place West Africa within the broader crucible of the U.S. war on terrorism Establishes the key elements of the U.S.’ counter-terrorism policy in West Africa? Examines the U.S. counter-terrorism strategies in West Africa, and evaluates if they are being pursued both at the bilateral and multilateral levels in the region Interrogates the relationship between stability in the sub-region and the waging of the U.S.’ war on terrorism. Specifically, the book examines the crises of underdevelopment—cultural, economic, environmental, political, security and social—in the sub-region, especially their impact on shaping the conditions that provide the taproots of terrorism. Clearly, addressing these multidimensional crises of underdevelopment is pivotal to the success of the U.S. war on terrorism in the sub-region. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of terrorism, homeland security, African Studies, conflict management, and political violence.

Author : John Davis
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 075467083X

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Africa and the War on Terrorism by John Davis Pdf

Abject poverty and official corruption make parts of Africa a very attractive destination for terrorist organizations. This comprehensive volume provides an extensive examination of major terrorist events in Africa and highlights internal and external indices to illustrate why the continent is so ripe for terrorism.

Author : Bridey Heing
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781502623843

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War and Terrorism in Contemporary Africa by Bridey Heing Pdf

War and Terrorism in Contemporary Africa investigates how African conflicts fit into both regional and global geopolitical landscapes. The book profiles terrorist organizations, rebel groups, and governments engaged in hostilities within the continent and beyond. War and Terrorism in Contemporary Africa also includes information about how these conflicts affect Africans’ day-to-day lives.

Author : Nicholas Ridley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Africa, East
ISBN : 1783470518

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Terrorism in East and West Africa by Nicholas Ridley Pdf

Since 9/11, despite extensive international efforts against global terrorism, there has been a misfocussing on the terrorism in Africa. This timely book draws upon the author's experience as a former intelligence analyst, to give an account of terrorism in East and West Africa in the first two decades after the 9/11 attacks. It analyses why there is an incorrect strategic approach to this threat and will serve as a valuable compendium detailing terrorist groups and their activities in Africa to those studying terrorism.

Author : Prudence Munkittrick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Africa, West
ISBN : OCLC:1430586376

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The Mauritania file by Prudence Munkittrick Pdf

Author : Robert I. Rotberg,World Peace Foundation
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0815775709

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Battling Terrorism in the Horn of Africa by Robert I. Rotberg,World Peace Foundation Pdf

"Examines the state of governance in the countries of the greater Horn of Africa region--Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, the Sudan, and Yemen--and discusses strategies to combat the transnational threat of terrorism, including suggestions for more effective U.S. engagement in the region"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Martha Crenshaw
Publisher : Dartmouth Publishing Company
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015032605779

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Terrorism in Africa by Martha Crenshaw Pdf

Part of a series, this work is concerned with international terrorism, and deals with its manifestation in Africa. Among the events and topics covered are: the Entebbe rescue mission; African guerillas and indigenous governments; South Africa, terrorism and state disintegration; and more.

Author : Lansana Gberie
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2005-12
Category : History
ISBN : 0253218551

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A Dirty War in West Africa by Lansana Gberie Pdf

Since 1991, this West African nation has been brought to its knees by a series of coups, violent conflicts, and finally, outright war. The war has ended today, but it is clear that things are hardly settled. Focusing on the group spearheading the violence, the Revolutionary United Front (RUF), journalist Lansana Gberie exposes the corruption and appalling use of rape and mutilation as tactics to overthrow the former government. Gberie looks closely at the rise of the RUF and its ruthless leader, Foday Sankoh, as he seeks to understand the personalities and parties involved in the war.

Author : United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Research and Development
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Environmental protection
ISBN : UCR:31210012784490

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Technical Assistance Directory by United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Research and Development Pdf

Author : Malinda S. Smith
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317058236

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Securing Africa by Malinda S. Smith Pdf

This meticulously researched, forcibly argued and accessibly written collection explores the many and complex ways in which Africa has been implicated in the discourses and politics of September 11, 2001. Written by key scholars based in leading institutions in Canada, the United States, the Middle East and Africa, the volume interrogates the impact of post-9/11 politics on Africa from many disciplinary perspectives, including political science, sociology, history, anthropology, religious studies and cultural studies. The essays analyze the impact of 9/11 and the 'war on terror' on political dissent and academic freedom; the contentious vocabulary of crusades, clash of civilizations, barbarism and 'Islamofascism'; alternative genealogies of local and global terrorism; extraordinary renditions to black sites and torture; human rights and insecurities; collapsed states and the development-security merger; and anti-terrorism policies from George W. Bush to Barack Obama. This is a much-needed meditation on historical and contemporary discourses on terrorism.