The Quest for peace in Africa: Transformations, Democracy and public policy

Africa is mired in a range of intra-to inter-state conflicts, caused by the the fragile nature of the African states, endemic poverty, economic inequality and exclusionary governance systems that do not allow participation political arrangements. The 17 essays of this book address the ongoing conflicts in Africa and present solutions for overcoming these conflicts and sustaining peace. Topics discussed include the sources, management, resolution, and prevention of conflict;building democracy; and the necessary public policy reforms throughout the African continent. The discoveries made in these essays provide a useful an novel approach to the promotion of peace in an African and international context. The book is a must read for everyone concerned with peace and conflict studies. The essays were first presented at the seventh organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA) congress in December 2002. The editor, Dr. Alfred G. Nhema, is the Executive Secretary of OSSREA. "The Quest for Peace in Africa challenges orthodox views on the relationship between development, democracy and public policy in Africa. The book offers fresh insights, first hand materials and accounts collected and analyzed by African scholars with a distinct African perspective. A superb contribution to the literature on African conflict and democracy."