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West African Studies An Atlas of the Sahara-Sahel Geography, Economics and Security
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 254

West African Studies An Atlas of the Sahara-Sahel Geography, Economics and Security

This book explains the structure and geographical and organisational mobility of criminal and migratory movements in the Sahara and the Sahel with a view to helping establish better development strategies for the region.

West African Studies Regional Atlas on West Africa
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 292

West African Studies Regional Atlas on West Africa

This atlas describes the West African region, its population, settlement, territories, its economy and its vulnerabilities. It analyses the developments and the ways in which West Africa is conforming to a constantly changing global environment.

West African Studies Urbanisation Dynamics in West Africa 1950–2010 Africapolis I, 2015 Update
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 95

West African Studies Urbanisation Dynamics in West Africa 1950–2010 Africapolis I, 2015 Update

In 1950, there were only 152 urban agglomerations in West Africa. Since then, the number of agglomerations has increased to almost 2 000 town and cities which are home to 41% of the region’s total population.

Towards a Better Regional Approach to Development in West Africa Conclusions of the Special Event of Sahel and West Africa Club, May 2002
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 150

Towards a Better Regional Approach to Development in West Africa Conclusions of the Special Event of Sahel and West Africa Club, May 2002

This book presents the conclusions of a meeting of the Sahel and West Africa Club in Accra, Ghana, in May 2002 on the following topic : “Towards a Better Regional Approach to Development in West Africa”.

Transatlantic Security from the Sahel to the Horn of Africa
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 140

Transatlantic Security from the Sahel to the Horn of Africa

As the so-called Arab Spring has slid into political uncertainty, lingering insecurity and civil conflict, European and American initial enthusiasm for anti-authoritarian protests has given way to growing concerns that revolutionary turmoil in North Africa may in fact have exposed the West to new risks. Critical in cementing this conviction has been the realisation that developments originated from Arab Mediterranean countries and spread to the Sahel have now such a potential to affect Western security and interests as to warrant even military intervention, as France’s operation in Mali attests. EU and US involvement in fighting piracy off the Horn of Africa had already laid bare the nexus...

West African Studies Conflict Networks in North and West Africa
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 164

West African Studies Conflict Networks in North and West Africa

Conflicts in North and West Africa have become more violent and widespread than in the past. They have also become more difficult to resolve due to the complex relationships between a growing number of belligerents with diverging agendas. This report maps conflict networks and the evolution of rivalries and alliances in 21 North and West African countries.

West African Studies Regional Atlas on West Africa
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 288

West African Studies Regional Atlas on West Africa

This atlas describes the West African region, its population, settlement, territories, its economy and its vulnerabilities. It analyses the developments and the ways in which West Africa is conforming to a constantly changing global environment.

West African Studies Global Security Risks and West Africa Development Challenges
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 138

West African Studies Global Security Risks and West Africa Development Challenges

This publication explores current global security issues, their development in West Africa and their potential impact on regional stability. It takes a close look at issues such as terrorism and trafficking, climate change, and the links between security and development.

Preparing for the Future - A Vision of West Africa in the Year 2020 West Africa Long-Term Perspective Study
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 156

Preparing for the Future - A Vision of West Africa in the Year 2020 West Africa Long-Term Perspective Study

Between 1960 and 2020, the population of West Africa will have increased fivefold, even with the most optimistic assumptions of increased contraceptive use. This unprecedented demographic explosion is accompanied by another major change: Exposure to ...

Transformations in West African Agriculture and the Role of Family Farms
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 96

Transformations in West African Agriculture and the Role of Family Farms

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2003
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  • Publisher: Unknown

This paper examines change in West African agricultural systems, the major challenges being faced by smallholders in the region and pathways for the future, given international pressure and domestic restraints. It aims to strengthen debate on West African agriculture, the role of family farms and trade policy at national, regional and global levels. It identifies and documents how agricultural patterns and livelihoods are evolving in different parts of the region, identifies winners and losers, outlines the impact of OECD trade and agricultural policy on farming livelihoods, and highlights the opportunities for producer organisations to influence policy design and negotiations in partnership with diverse organisations and interests in West Africa.