Conflict and Human Security in Africa: Kenya in Perspective

by Asfaw Kumssa, James Herbert Williams, John F. Jones

This edited volume looks at human security and conflict in northern Kenya and nearby areas within Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, and Uganda. It spells out the precise meaning and nuances of human security in today's global economy and examines the causes and effects of conflict in the region within the context of human security. It also discusses how to reduce vulnerability and enhance the human security of communities affected by regional conflict by building conflict prevention and management capacity and encouraging alternative livelihoods.

224 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 15, 2011

Reviews

[Erin · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't finish this book because it wasn't really serving the purpose that I needed it to. I'm looking to study Kenya in-depth and didn't feel like I was getting enough information specific to there. However, I do think that this book would be a worthwhile read for people who are interested in human security in a broad context and have less background in it than I do.