Though the African Union has made significant achievements with gender related policies, national and regional action plans, and establishing numerous WPS networks across the continent, the progress is still gradual. The AU should start incorporating women candidates in their mediation selection processes and be decisive in appointing those women as envoys.
The China–Africa Peace and Security Forum: Practical Outcomes or Same Old Rhetoric?
China’s security engagement in Africa has grown to encompass aspects relating to police and law enforcement cooperation, conflict mediation, and professional military education.