Defense Institution Building in Africa: An Assessment

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Abstract:

Many African governments are beset with challenges stemming from fragile security environments and governance institutions. The U.S. Department of Defense identifies building strong defense institutions as a priority for the region. Defense institution building (DIB) includes activities that promote effective, accountable, transparent, and responsive defense institutions. This report assesses U.S. DIB efforts in Africa and provides insights on possible improvements to planning and execution.

Author(s):
Mcnerney, Michael J. ; Johnson, Stuart E. ; Pezard, Stephanie ; Stebbins, David ; Miles, Renanah ; O'mahony, Angela ; Feng, Chaoling ; Oliver, Tim
Author Organization(s):
RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA
Funding Organization(s):
Department of Defense, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Technical Report
Publication Date:
2015 Jan 01
Pagination:
195

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Cyber
Communities of Interest:
Cyber
Descriptor(s):
military science, national security, warfare, united states africa command, students, military education, employment, international organizations, management personnel, personnel management, business administration, terrorism, war colleges, department of state, doctrine, organizational structure, terrorists
Keyword(s):
dib(Defense institution building), Ssr(security sector reform), AFRICOM(U.S. Africa Command)
Subject Categories:
Behavioral and Social Sciences; Military Sciences
Creation Date:
2022 Jan 06
Update Date:
2022 Feb 08