Tag: security sector reform
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West Africa’s democracy and the failed coup d’État in Benin: what it means for the region
Introduction: a fragile moment for West Africa’s democratic arc When reports surfaced on December 7 of a military coup attempt in Benin, they sent a jolt through West Africa’s slowly murring democratic landscape. Benin, often cited as a beacon of stability in a region troubled by coups and political volatility, found itself grappling with questions…
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Namibia to Integrate 600 NYS Graduates into the National Defence Force
Overview: A Turning Point for National Service President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced a landmark plan to integrate 600 graduates from the National Youth Service (NYS) into the Namibian Defence Force (NDF). In addition, other NYS graduates will join Namibia’s Police and the correctional service. The decision, revealed during the 16th intake ceremony, marks a significant expansion…
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Strengthening Africa’s Democracy: Multiparty Systems, Governments-in-W waiting, and Shadow Cabinets to Counter Instability
Introduction: Africa’s Democracy Challenge in a Turbulent Era Across the globe, political stability is shaped by the resilience of democratic institutions. Africa, with a long history of struggles for self-rule and development, faces a particular vulnerability to instability and military interference. Drawing on historical patterns, where more than 214 coups have occurred in Africa since…
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Workable Paths to World Peace: A Review of Toward Effective World Security
Introduction: A timely call for workable world peace Humankind lives in a world that feels increasingly fragile. In Toward Effective World Security, MAXIM UZOATU reviews Uchenna Nwankwo’s timely book, which argues that sustainable peace is achievable through pragmatic, multi-layered strategies rather than grandiose, unattainable ideals. This review assesses the core propositions, the strength of the…