Reimagining Security Communities: Systems Thinking Approach for Africa

Onditi, Francis; Ben-Nun, Gilad; Were, Edmond M.; Nyaburi Nyadera, Israel; Kariuki Kibochi, General Robert

This book utilizes a systems thinking perspective to propose a holistic framework of analysis and practice for the regional security community (“RSC”) arrangement in Africa. In responding to the challenge of improving effectiveness of response to peace and security threats, African states tend to rely on ad hoc mechanisms. However, this approach has been mired with a myriad of structural limitations. The holistic framework reconfigures the traditional “RSC” into a simplified tool kit of “resources”, making this text book ideal for students and advanced researchers in international relations, and all those concerned with regional security and strategic studies.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2021-05-25

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783030708689

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-70869-6

Dimensions: 210.0cm x148.0cm

Pages: 477.0