Civil-Military Relations and the African Standby Forces' Multidimensionism

Onditi, Francis; Okoth, P. Godfrey

doi:10.5038/2325-484x.3.1.1087

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“…The views of the key informant speak to the broader approach to operations as espoused in MAA concept (Kibusia, 2021). Moreover, it resonates well with the submission by Onditi (2015) which argued that PSO structures should adapt to the realities of African conflicts, which require efforts beyond traditional military approaches. In addition, it gives credence to the argument by Ligawa (2018), that cultural intelligence alongside military approaches should be blended for optimal AMISOM peacebuilding outcomes.…”

Section: Advent Of Actors Of Amisomsupporting

confidence: 53%

“…The views of the key informant resonate with Onditi (2015) submission that adapting PSO structures to African conflict realities is crucial. Therefore, cordial relations between PSOs' military and civilian entities are essential, as envisaged in APSA.…”

Section: Advent Of Actors Of Amisommentioning

confidence: 99%

“…WHAM enables a conducive environment for military operations by denying the Al-Shabaab local support and thus isolating them for targeting. Onditi (2015) and Mowat (2015) opined that CIMIC and WHAM activities, especially in hardship and marginalised areas, help in assuaging the perceptions of marginalisation and thus restoring faith in state governance. While achieving these AMISOM objectives was critical, there ought to have been a balance between the core objectives (security and governance) and the facilitative objectives (CIMIC and QIP, facilitation of humanitarian assistance, and support to FGS).…”

Section: Achievement Of Amisom Mandate Strategic Objectivesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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African Union Mission in Somalia Considerations for Transition and Kenya’s National Security

Kamais,

Okoth,

Kimokoti

2024

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This study assessed the implications of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Kenya's national security within the context of AMISOM's transition to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). The objective of the study was analyse achievement of African Union Mission in Somalia mandates, to examine the effects to Kenya's National security and assess transition strategies of national security. The study was guided by Functionalist, Strategic and Securitisation theories. The research employed a mixed-methods research design using questionnaire surveys and interviews with respondents in Kenya's border counties most affected by Somali instability. Study findings established that, while a majority (52%) believe AMISOM has achieved its mandate to a moderate extent, concerns remain regarding the capacity of Somali Security Forces (SSF) and the overall stability of Somalia. In addition, study findings established that while progress has been made in degrading Al-Shabaab and supporting the Somali Federal Government (FGS). However, only a third of respondents believe the SSF has been adequately mentored by AMISOM. Despite success in facilitating humanitarian assistance and Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) projects, nearly two-thirds believe Somalia lacks the conditions necessary for long-term stability. The study concludes that AMISOM's transition strategy inadequately addresses governance and security aspects essential for Kenyan security. Weak SSF and FGS capacity pose a threat of failed stabilization after AMISOM's withdrawal. Additionally, Kenya's current border security measures are insufficient to manage potential spill over effects. ANOVA indicated an F statistic of 134.318 and a p value of 0.000<0.05 thus the Somalia PSO strategies significantly predict Kenya’s National Security. Regressions weight model (β = -0.451, P = .000<.05) implied that Nature of Somalia PSO strategies negatively influences Kenya’s National Security. The study recommends a revision of the AMISOM transition strategy to include capacity building for FGS and SSF, including forces in federal member states like Jubaland; allocation of sufficient time for a well-monitored transition with clear benchmarks; an exploration cautious negotiations with Al-Shabaab, contingent on a strong FGS and a hybrid AU-UN peacekeeping mission to succeed ATMIS to ensure Kenya's long-term security.

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Section: Advent Of Actors Of Amisomsupporting

confidence: 53%

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confidence: 99%

Section: Achievement Of Amisom Mandate Strategic Objectivesmentioning

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African Union Mission in Somalia Considerations for Transition and Kenya’s National Security

Kamais,

Okoth,

Kimokoti

2024

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“…According to Onditi and Okoth, 74 a key problem with the Constitutive Act is that it fails to articulate the legal status of AU decisions. Nevertheless, the Assembly's Rules of Procedure provide that, regulations and directives are legally binding while its declarations and recommendations remain merely persuasive.…”

Section: B the African Union Peace And Security Architecture (Apsa)mentioning

confidence: 99%

A Comparative Analysis of the Charter of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the Constitutive Act of the African Union (AU)

Adeyeye¹

2019

GroJIL

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This article takes a critical look at comparative analysis of the Charter of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the Constitutive Act of the African Union (AU). In doing so, the article will compare the organs and institutions of both the OAU and the AU. It will also access the achievements and failures of the two bodies and in doing this, the article will argue that if OAU has been performing as expected, there will be no need for the AU. It will in addition go further to list some provisions in the Constitutive Act of the AU that were not included in the Charter of the OAU. It will also argue that in modeling the AU like the European Union (EU), there has been no linkage in the achievements of this continental body that can make it comparable to the EU. Also, in accessing the AU, this paper will proffer answer to the question, whether there has been any significant change since AU come on board, or if it was just a name change. Finally, the article will conclude by making recommendations and suggestions for better performance of the continental body before it clocks twenty (20) years.

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