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In the half century since independence, the African continent has experienced intra-and interstate wars, failed and collapsed states, stagnant economies, and genocide. Thus, the question of security in Africa remains of great interest to scholars and policymakers alike. This article provides a broad overview of the major historical, political, economic, and cultural factors that have contributed to violent conflict in contemporary Africa by assessing these factors on a systemic, national, and individual level, while including in the analysis the impact of globalization processes on security.

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