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IGAD and Multilateral Security in the Horn of Africa

Through the Lens of the Somali Conflict

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Authors:
  1. Mohamed Farah Hersi

    1. Academy for Peace and Development, Hargeisa, Somalia

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  2. Adeoye O. Akinola

    1. Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

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  • Dissects IGAD's role in the Horn of Africa's security and development through a multidisciplinary case study approach
  • Delves into the geopolitics and influence of foreign powers shaping IGAD's security and economic regionalism
  • Provides policy recommendations to enhance regionalism, curtail insurrection, and foster economic and regional security

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This book offers an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (IGAD) and its endeavours to foster economic and security regionalism in the dynamic landscape of the Horn of Africa. Established in 1986 as a drought-focused inter-governmental organization, IGAD has transformed into a sub-regional institution with an ambitious vision of promoting regional integration. However, amidst optimism, it grapples with historical, strategic, and geographical complexities that impede progress towards a more unified Horn of Africa. Adopting a political economy approach, the book critically dissects IGAD's role in shaping the zone's security and development. Employing multidisciplinary case studies, it unveils the reality of IGAD's efforts, providing a comprehensive understanding of its strengths and limitations. The book further applies neorealist and regional security complex theories, delving into the roles of states and non-actors, meticulously assessing IGAD's security agenda with Somalia as a focal point. This thought-provoking analysis brings to light the challenges and opportunities for sustainable regional integration. Beyond its academic significance, this book serves as a practical resource, offering sustainable policy templates to bolster regionalism and quell armed insurrections and inter-state conflicts within the Horn. Furthermore, it interrogates the geopolitics of the region, scrutinizing the involvement of foreign powers like the US and China, alongside regional giants like Ethiopia, in IGAD's security and economic aspirations. For researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders devoted to the Horn of Africa's development and reconstruction, this book proves to be an invaluable asset. It fills a significant void in existing literature, providing vital insights into African political development, peace, security, and security sector reforms.

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Table of contents (9 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-ix
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  2. IGAD Regional Agenda: An Introduction

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 1-12

  3. Pan-Africanism and Regional Integration

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 13-34

  4. IGAD and Regional Integration: Theories

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 35-61

  5. Evolution and Transformation of IGAD

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 63-94

  6. Historicising the Logic of Regional Integration in the IGAD Region

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 95-111

  7. IGAD and Regional Conflicts

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 113-142

  8. IGAD’s Role in Economic Integration

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 143-178

  9. Regional Security and the Role of IGAD in Somalia

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 179-217

  10. Toward Peace and Security of Somalia and the Horn of Africa

    • Mohamed Farah Hersi, Adeoye O. Akinola
    Pages 219-227

  11. Back Matter

    Pages 229-233
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Academy for Peace and Development, Hargeisa, Somalia

    Mohamed Farah Hersi

  • Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

    Adeoye O. Akinola

About the authors

Mohamed Farah Hersi is the Head of Somaliland's oldest research think tank institution, the Academy for Peace and Development, Hergesia. He received his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Hargeisa in Somaliland, his Master of Laws degree from the University of Pretoria in South Africa, and his Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Peace in Costa Rica. He has a 13-year of experience and expertise in the fields of research, technical consulting service, policy creation and analysis.

Adeoye O. Akinola is Head of Research and Teaching at the Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation (IPATC), University of Johannesburg in South Africa. He obtained a doctorate in Political Science from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. He is the co-editor of the IPATC's journal, “Pan-African Conversation: An International Journal”, and specializes in African political economy, resource governance, migration, conflict, and peace studies. Among his recent book publications are Contemporary Issues on Governance, Conflict and Security in Africa (Palgrave, 2023), and Worlds Apart? Perspectives of Africa-EU Migration (Jacana Media, 2022).

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