Ungoverned Spaces
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Ungoverned Spaces
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Author : Anne Clunan
language : en
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Release Date : 2010-05-10
Ungoverned Spaces written by Anne Clunan and has been published by Stanford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-05-10 with Political Science categories.
"Ungoverned spaces" are often cited as key threats to national and international security and are increasingly targeted by the international community for external interventions—both armed and otherwise. This book examines exactly when and how these spaces contribute to global insecurity, and it incorporates the many spaces where state authority is contested—from tribal, sectarian, or clan-based governance in such places as Pakistani Waziristan, to areas ruled by persistent insurgencies, such as Colombia, to nonphysical spaces, such as the internet and global finance. Within this multiplicity of contexts, the book addresses a range of security concerns, including weapons of mass destruction, migrants, dirty money, cyberdata, terrorists, drug lords, warlords, insurgents, radical Islamist groups, and human privacy and security. Ultimately, Ungoverned Spaces demonstrates that state-centric approaches to these concerns are unlikely to supplant the many sites of authority that provide governance in a world of softened sovereignty.
Challenging Authorities
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Author : Arne S. Steinforth
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2021-09-20
Challenging Authorities written by Arne S. Steinforth and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-20 with Social Science categories.
When the notion of ‘alternative facts’ and the alleged dawning of a ‘postfactual’ world entered public discourse, social anthropologists found themselves in unexpectedly familiar territory. In theirempirical experience, fact—knowledge accepted as true—derives its salience from social mechanisms of legitimization, thereby demonstrating a deep interconnection with power and authority. In thisperspective, fact is a continually contested and volatile social category. Due to the specific histories of their colonial and post-independence experience, African societies offer a particularly broad array of insights into social processes of juxtaposition, opposition, and even outright competition between different postulated authorities. The contributions to the present volume explore the variety of ways in which authority is contested in Southern and Eastern Africa, investigating localized discourses on which institution, what kind of knowledge, or whose expertise is accepted as authoritative, thus highlighting the specificities and pluralities in ‘modern’ societies. This edited volume engages with larger theoretical questions regarding power and authority in the context of (post)colonial states (neo)traditional authority, claiming space, conflict and (in)justice, and contestations of knowledge. It offers in-depth critical analyses of ethnographic data that put contemporary African phenomena on equal footing with current controversies in North America, Europe, and other global settings.
The Political Economy Of Kidnapping And Insecurity In Nigeria
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Author : J. Shola Omotola
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2024-03-29
The Political Economy Of Kidnapping And Insecurity In Nigeria written by J. Shola Omotola and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-03-29 with Political Science categories.
Providing unique perspectives on one of the leading hotspots of kidnapping in the world, this book examines the political and socioeconomic dimensions of the causes, manifestations, and consequences of kidnapping in Nigeria, as well as some of the control measures that have been adopted at different levels of governance and their effectiveness. The topics covered in the volume include details on the framework of understanding kidnapping, the evolution of kidnapping from pre-colonial to post-colonial eras, and the relationship between ungoverned spaces and kidnapping in the country. The book further sheds light on kidnapping in the context of insurgent campaigns, with insights into oil-related militancy in the Niger Delta region, with the Islamist Boko Haram insurgency and terrorism in the Northern region of Nigeria. It discusses non-insurgent kidnapping, situating kidnapping in the contexts of banditry, ransoming, ritualism, baby factory, and human trafficking. Additionally,the volume analyses the emerging gender and transnational frontiers of kidnapping in Nigeria. Expanding the discussion on state responses, this book also looks into responses of non-state actors to kidnapping as well as negotiations in hostage crisis management. Finally, it examines other unique subjects, such as media coverage of kidnapping, and the consequences for Nigeria’s international image. The book will appeal to students, scholars, and researchers of political science, international relations, economics, sociology, history, law and business management in general, as well as African studies, security studies, criminology, peace and conflict studies, and geography and area studies. It will also be helpful for public policy-makers, African security experts and professionals, as well as business managers, risk analysists and insurance industry that are interested in a better understanding of kidnapping and associated political, social, economic, and security dynamicsin Nigeria and beyond.
The Palgrave Handbook Of In Security And Transnational Crime In Africa
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Author : Adebusuyi Isaac Adeniran
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2025-07-07
The Palgrave Handbook Of In Security And Transnational Crime In Africa written by Adebusuyi Isaac Adeniran and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-07-07 with Political Science categories.
This Handbook presents a comprehensive overview of emerging trends in (transnational) organized criminality in contemporary Africa. Utilizing empirical and evaluative data sources scholars, professionals, and researchers in transnational organized crimes (TOCs) here depict and analyse the dynamic nature of associated crises affecting the African continent. The Handbook also explores the interconnectedness of TOCs beyond the shores of Africa, and the ‘borderless’ configuration of related criminalities is analysed in depth. With chapters ranging from human trafficking, to arms and migrants smuggling, illicit financial flow, insurgency, and terrorism among others within and beyond the borders of Africa, this book provides overview and analysis of cross-border and transnational organized criminality in Africa in the twenty-first century.
The Palgrave Handbook Of Violence In Africa
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Author : Obert Bernard Mlambo
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2024-05-06
The Palgrave Handbook Of Violence In Africa written by Obert Bernard Mlambo and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-05-06 with Social Science categories.
This handbook brings together global research on violence in Africa from academics, practitioners and activists across a multitude of subjects. It seeks to create the widest possible space for debate, discussion, and analysis of the broad range of issues and problems of violence. It transcends disciplinary and geographic borders in order to create new ground in this space. The chapters in this handbook cover diverse themes such as: the topography of violence, technologies of violence, terrorism, civil war and insurgent violence, child soldiers and violence, epistemic violence, structural violence, violence and memory, violence and the law, cultural mechanisms for creating, sustaining, resisting, and mitigating violence, political violence, violence in moments of religious, social and geo-political transformation, gender and violence, violence against nature, and violence and social media. It centralises new meanings, understandings and fresh ideas to the concept ofviolence, broadening its scope, and contributing to the debates that will shape Africa’s common future. It shines a light on key elements of African culture and the cultural mechanisms for creating, sustaining, resisting, and mitigating violence in Africa. It strives to be relevant to the needs and concerns of African societies by suggesting practical solutions for overcoming violence. This book ties in with development initiatives in Africa, such as Agenda 2063, for the Africa We Want, and the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Understanding Statelessness
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Author : Tendayi Bloom
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2017-08-04
Understanding Statelessness written by Tendayi Bloom and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-04 with Business & Economics categories.
Understanding Statelessness aims to offer a comprehensive, in-depth treatment of statelessness.
Aftermath
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Author : Jason S. Belcher
language : en
Publisher: Post Hill Press
Release Date : 2014-11-21
Aftermath written by Jason S. Belcher and has been published by Post Hill Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-21 with Political Science categories.
Why have there been so many violent conflicts in 2014? Aftermath offers an insider’s view of how each conflict started, what it means, and the common thread driving increased warfare around the world. By giving voice to the experiences of a new generation of veterans Aftermath provides a novel framework for managing global affairs. Aftermath addresses the recent conflicts which have dominated the world stage: civil war in Ukraine, ISIS in Syria and Iraq, Boko Haram in Nigeria, drug wars in Mexico, violence in west Africa following an unprecedented outbreak of Ebola, global mass demonstrations and protests, troubling incidents with nuclear weapons, and war between Israel and HAMAS have dominated headlines. While our leaders seem unable to explain or to stop violent conflicts from spreading Aftermath provides fresh insights and solutions. The old frameworks of understanding global affairs are no longer adequate to manage international relations in the 21st century. Aftermath will shape the next generation of thinking on global affairs for elected officials, military planners, multi-national businesses, and students of current events.
The Palgrave Handbook Of Small Arms And Conflicts In Africa
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Author : Usman A. Tar
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2021-04-05
The Palgrave Handbook Of Small Arms And Conflicts In Africa written by Usman A. Tar and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-05 with Political Science categories.
This handbook provides critical analyses of the theory and practices of small arms proliferation and its impact on conflicts and organized violence in Africa. It examines the terrains, institutions, factors and actors that drive armed conflict and arms proliferation, and further explores the nature, scope, and dynamics of conflicts across the continent, as well as the extent to which these conflicts are exacerbated by the proliferation of small arms. The volume features rich analyses by contributors who are acquainted with, and widely experienced in, the formal and informal structures of arms proliferation and control, and their repercussions on violence, instability and insecurity across Africa. The chapters dissect the challenges of small arms and light weapons in Africa with a view to understanding roots causes and drivers, and generating a fresh body of analyses that adds value to the existing conversation on conflict management and peacebuilding in Africa. With contributions from scholars, development practitioners, defence and security professionals and civil society activists, the handbook seeks to serve as a reference for students, researchers, and policy makers on small arms proliferation, control and regulation; defence and security practitioners; and those involved in countering violence and managing conflicts in Africa.
Special Topics In Policing
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Author : James F. Albrecht
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2024-10-07
Special Topics In Policing written by James F. Albrecht and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-10-07 with Social Science categories.
This book comprehensively examines five key areas related to crisis management in policing. These specific issues include: Understanding contemporary terrorism and homeland security threats. Effective counter-terrorism strategies. Practical crisis planning and management. Demonstration and riot control. Dealing with police-related stress and PTSD. The book chapters present a global, multi-dimensional approach to examine these critical policing issues, while analyzing them through sociological and practical lenses. It proposes policy recommendations to promote optimal police service delivery, professionalism, and organizational effectiveness during major crises and large-scale events. In addition, this book investigates police-related stress with the goal of promoting optimal police officer health and wellness. It is ideal for policing professionals, policymakers, and researchers.
Capability Development In Support Of Comprehensive Approaches
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Author : Derrick Neal
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
Capability Development In Support Of Comprehensive Approaches written by Derrick Neal and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Civil-military relations categories.
"This book includes papers presented at the Second International Transformation (ITX2) Conference, held in Rome, Italy, at the NATO Defense College (NDC) June 21-23, 2011, as well as a summary of the conference discussions. Co-hosted by NDC, Allied Command Transformation (ACT), and the International Transformation (ITX) Chairs Network, the conference brought together academics, policymakers, and practitioners from 13 nations to discuss the topic of 'Capability Development in Support of Comprehensive Approaches: Transforming International Civil-Military Interactions'."--P. vii.