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  Study on alternative solutions for peace in Mali 14/01/2025

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  Drissa Millogo’s study analyzes the deadlocks in Mali’s peace process, which are linked to poor governance, intercommunal tensions, domestic jihadism,...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Mauritania , Niger , Algeria , Libya

  Organizations : Fondation Rosa Luxembourg
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Research Report / Governance,
Study on alternative solutions for peace in Mali 14/01/2025
Summary :
Drissa Millogo’s study analyzes the deadlocks in Mali’s peace process, which are linked to poor governance, intercommunal tensions, domestic jihadism, and foreign interference (France, Russia, Gulf monarchies). It calls for a complete rethinking of security approaches, grounded in popular sovereignty, horizontal cooperation, and stronger civil society engagement. Niger is portrayed as a fragile state threatened by jihadist infiltration from Nigeria and the tri-border area; President Issoufou advocates for a firm policy with international backing. Burkina Faso is highlighted for its regional diplomacy under President Compaoré but is also viewed with suspicion due to alleged ties with armed groups. The study promotes inclusive local governance and sincere regional cooperation as essential foundations for peace.
Keywords :
Governance, Peace, Conflict, Crisis management, Jihad, Civil Society, Groupes armés
Organizations :
Fondation Rosa Luxembourg
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  Les opérations francophones de lutte contre le terrorisme l’exemple du G5 Sahel 26/12/2024

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  Jabir Touré's article, published in the Revue internationale des francophonies, examines the efforts of French-speaking Sahel countries in combating t...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Niger

  Organizations : Revue internationale des francophonies
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Journal article / Governance,
Les opérations francophones de lutte contre le terrorisme l’exemple du G5 Sahel 26/12/2024
Summary :
Jabir Touré's article, published in the Revue internationale des francophonies, examines the efforts of French-speaking Sahel countries in combating terrorism, focusing on the G5 Sahel. Established in 2014 by Burkina Faso, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, and Chad, the G5 Sahel is an intergovernmental organization aiming to enhance security and development in the region. Despite international support, notably from France through Operation Barkhane, and the creation of Task Force Takuba in 2020, the G5 Sahel joint force struggles to reach full operational capacity. Terrorist groups like the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (GSIM) and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) have expanded their influence, making 2019 particularly deadly. However, since the Pau Summit in January 2020, improved coordination between national forces and their partners has partially reversed the balance of power on the ground.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, State, Natural ressources, Peace, Justice, Conflict, Jihad, Terrorism, Gold
Organizations :
Revue internationale des francophonies
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  Lien social entre forces de maintien de la paix et populations civiles cas de la MINUSMA au Mali 26/12/2024

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  The article from the Revue internationale des francophonies examines the importance of social bonds between peacekeeping forces and civilian populatio...

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  Country : Mali

  Organizations : Revue internationale des francophonies
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Journal article / Governance,
Lien social entre forces de maintien de la paix et populations civiles cas de la MINUSMA au Mali 26/12/2024
Summary :
The article from the Revue internationale des francophonies examines the importance of social bonds between peacekeeping forces and civilian populations, focusing on MINUSMA in Mali. It highlights that traditional peacekeeping operations, centered on aspects such as ceasefire monitoring and population protection, often fail due to the lack of meaningful social interactions with local communities. The author proposes an alternative approach focused on strengthening social bonds, including proficiency in the local language, humanitarian aid, cultural heritage protection, promotion of intercommunity dialogue, and participation in sports and cultural activities. This strategy aims to establish lasting peace by actively involving civilian populations in the stabilization process.
Keywords :
State, Natural ressources, Peace, Justice, Conflict, Gold, Social, Threat, Civil Society, Crisis
Organizations :
Revue internationale des francophonies
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• Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Mediation and conflict management,

  May 2025 Berlin Conference: African Perspectives on the Future of Peacekeeping 30/04/2025

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  In this WATHI-published op-ed, El-Ghassim Wane reflects on Africa’s potential contributions to the upcoming 8th UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Conference...

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  Country : Ivory Coste , Liberia , Sierra Leone

  Organizations : WATHI
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Mediation and conflict management,
May 2025 Berlin Conference: African Perspectives on the Future of Peacekeeping 30/04/2025
Summary :
In this WATHI-published op-ed, El-Ghassim Wane reflects on Africa’s potential contributions to the upcoming 8th UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Conference in Berlin (May 2025). He highlights the continent’s direct experience with peacekeeping and draws out three core insights: (1) peacekeeping is an effective, sovereignty-enhancing, and life-saving tool; (2) the UN and African Union must further strengthen their complementary roles; (3) peacekeeping embodies multilateralism. Wane advocates for a deeper AU-UN partnership, greater African ownership of peace operations, and a rebalancing between prevention, mediation, and military engagement. He also urges increased investment in structural prevention—especially governance and human rights—by combining the AU’s normative frameworks and the UN’s technical capacities. The Berlin conference represents a critical moment for Africa to assert its voice within the global multilateral system.
Keywords :
Governance, Peace, Conflict, Crisis management, International cooperation
Organizations :
WATHI
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