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In 1960, 14 countries in West Africa gained freedom from French colonial rule, the Belgian Congo broke free to become Zaire, and Somalia and Nigeria unshackled themselves from their British colonial ...chevron_right

This paper analyses the conflict between Sudan's north and south within the framework of rentier state theory, and makes proposals for addressing some of the key problems surrounding the forthcoming i...chevron_right

The environment-related problems and conflicts discussed in this issue arose in local situations, where few people, if any, were concerned about the future of the global environment. But in one way or...chevron_right

This issue of Conflict Trends focuses on the Civilian Dimension of Peacekeeping Operations. In order to strengthen the civilian capacity in peacekeeping operations, it is essential to understand bett...chevron_right

One of the most significant developments in the African peace operations context is the initiative to establish an African Standby Force (ASF). It is significant because, for the first time, Africa no...chevron_right

This issue of ACCORD Conflict Trends investigates social and political issues facing various African states, with a focus on possibilities for conflict resolution in the Niger Delta. Topics covered in...chevron_right

This issue of the AJCR discusses post-conflict reconstruction and conflict resolution with regard to Cameroon, Sierra Leone, and Ethiopia. It examines traditional institutions, gender issues, and Trut...chevron_right

Armed conflict is one of the greatest threats to Africa's development. Today, many African countries are in the throes of civil conflict, several more face a heightened risk of experiencing armed viol...chevron_right

This workshop report summarizes recommendations as to which civilian standby roster model is best suited for the needs of the ASF (African Standby Force). The workshop recommended that an integrated A...chevron_right

The African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland held a seminar in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 4 March 2009 on the theme o...chevron_right

This workshop report provides recommendations relating to the staffing, recruitment, rostering and training of the civilian dimension of the ASF (African Standby Force). The workshop further aimed at ...chevron_right

This report examines electoral related intimidation and violence during the 2009 provincial election and is based on the findings of the AfAP observer teams. This report is based on the analysis of 52...chevron_right

This report emanates from an exploratory study conducted in 2009 by the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD), in collaboration with the Madariaga-College of Europe Found...chevron_right

This issue focuses on the role of the African Union and South Africa in resolving conflicts on the African continent. The contributions examine the leadership role of the African Union in Darfur, as w...chevron_right

This journal addresses a wide variety of issues affecting African states, from women's participation in peacebuilding to post-conflict justice in Rwanda. Articles in the journal examine conflict histo...chevron_right