Africa and the War on Terrorism

Abject poverty and official corruption make parts of Africa a very attractive destination for terrorist organizations. Opportunities have developed during the pre- and post-9/11 periods in Africa for the recruitment of terrorists, attainment of bases of operations and sources of funding for Al Qaeda or its affiliated terror groups. This comprehensive volume provides an extensive examination of major terrorist events in Africa. It highlights internal and external indices to illustrate why Africa is so ripe for terrorism, ostensibly in terms of recruitment as well as attainment and sources of funding due to the continent's continuing poverty and corruption. The volume will prove indispensable reading for anyone researching security issues, political sociology and African studies.

Author: John Davis
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 08/28/2007
Pages: 200
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780754670834

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2008 pg. 154

About the Author
Dr John Davis is at the Trinity Washington University. His specialities include: International Terrorism, American Foreign Policy, International Law, and National Security.