Terrorism, Insurgencies and Counter-insurgencies in Africa: Editorial Commentary (original) (raw)

This commentary introduces the inaugural issue of a journal focused on terrorism, insurgencies, and counter-insurgencies in Africa. It summarizes contributions from various scholars addressing critical themes such as the implications of globalization on violent uprisings, the complexity of radicalization in the Western Sahel, the ideological foundations of Boko Haram, and the significance of communication strategies in counter-terrorism efforts. The discussion underscores the multifaceted nature of terrorism in Africa and emphasizes the need for collaborative political and academic efforts to address these pressing challenges.