Islamist militant violence and counterterrorism in West Africa evolution, lessons learned, and potential trajectory / Mathieu Bere.
| Author/creator | Bere, Mathieu |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | London ; New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2026. |
| Description | xiii, 157 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Subjects |
| Series | Political violence |
| Contents | Introduction -- Research Methodology and Analysis of Terrorism in Africa -- Evolution And Impact of the Terrorist Crisis in Africa: Case of the Sahel -- Speculating About the Future: Risks and Challenges -- Lessons Learned and Gaps in the Current State of our Knowledge -- Conclusion. |
| Abstract | "This book examines the intricate dynamics of jihadism, terrorism, and counterterrorism in Africa, with a particular focus on the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin in West Africa. Grounded in empirical, statistical, and geo-spatial analyses, this volume explores the historical, ideological, and geopolitical roots of jihadist movements, focusing on African Islamist militant groups affiliated to Al Qaeda and ISIS. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the conflict incidents involving Islamist militant movements on the continent, particularly from the aftermath of the Arab Spring in 2012 to 2024, examining the mechanisms of their spread and the challenges that they pose to African nations and the international community. It also assesses the effectiveness of counterterrorism strategies employed thus far, highlighting the limitations of military responses and the need for more holistic and inclusive approaches that emphasize cooperation rather than competition between external actors and address key drivers of terrorism such as poverty, governance failures, and social inequalities. This book will be of much interest to students of terrorism studies, African politics, security studies and International Relations"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2025051897 |
| ISBN | 9781041230014 hardback |
| ISBN | 9781041230052 paperback |
| ISBN | ebook |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |