Latest Documents

Premier Cours régional de cadres pour la prévention de l'extrémisme violent (PEV) à l’adresse des membres de la Communauté économique des Etats de l'Afrique centrale (CEEAC) 6-9 août 2019 Yaoundé, Cameroun

First Regional Senior Course on the Prevention of Violent Extremism

2020-06-01

Violent extremism knows no borders. In one way or another and at different times and degrees, all African Regional Economic Communities (RECs) experience this phenomenon. The links which unite the various armed groups which come under the banner of Violent Extremist, national or transnational, are, for many, known.

Reports

African Journal onTerrorism June 2020

2020-06-01

Newsletters

Newsletter: Silencing the Guns activities, November 2019 - January 2020

2020-05-05

This newsletter highlights key initiatives and activities undertaken and supported by the Silencing the Guns Unit, with oversight of the AU Peace and Security Department.

Policies

AU Master Road Map of Practical Steps to Silencing the Guns in Africa

2020-03-31

In 2017, the Assembly of the Union adopted a strategic document known as the “AU Master Roadmap (AUMR) of Practical Steps to Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2020.

Reports

She Stands For Peace

2020-02-28

Reports

Report of AU PSC on its Activities and the State of Peace and Security in Africa

2020-02-10

The present Report of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) on its Activities and the State of Peace and Security in Africa is submitted to the Assembly of the Union pursuant to Article 7(q) of the Protocol Relating to the Establishment of the Peace and Security Council.

Reports

Fifth Report of AU PSC on AU Master Roadmap to Silencing the Guns

2020-02-10

The present Report of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) is submitted pursuant to the decision Assembly/AU/Dec.630(XXVIII), adopted during the 28th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the Union, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 30 – 31 January 2017, which endorsed the PSC-developed AU Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa by the Year 2020 (AUMR).

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Summit Orientation Concept Note on AU Theme of the Year 2020: Silencing the Guns

2020-02-07

The Orientation Concept Note outlines actions and activities towards the implementation of the AU Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa, in line with decisions by the Peace and Security Council and the Assembly of the Union, including proposed strategic and specific activities to be implemented in the year 2020.

Documents

African Union Master Roadmap of Practical Steps to Silence the Guns in Africa b

2020-02-04

Reports

Report of the Chairperson: 15th Meeting of Chiefs of Defence and 12th STC

2019-12-18

Policy Documents

African Peace and Security Architecture

2019-11-19

Documents

PROGRESS REPORT OF THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE COMMISSION ON THE SITUATION IN SOMALIA

2019-08-07

STC on Defence, Safety and Security

2018-STC on Defence, Safety and Security

2018-10-12

Decisions and Declarations

Decision: implementation of AU Master Roadmap to silencing the guns in Africa

2018-01-29

The Assembly of the Union commends the Peace and Security Council (PSC) for its efforts in implementing decision Assembly/AU/Dec.645(XXIX), through, among others, the launching at its 716th meeting held on 4 September 2017, of the “Africa Amnesty Month” for the surrender and collection of illegally owned weapons/arms, in line with the African and international best practices; while acknowledging that observance of the African Amnesty Month is

Newsletters

Newsletter: Silencing the Guns by 2020: Practical Steps to DDR Interventions

2017-03-03

The newsletter focuses on the AU DDR initiatives, support to Member States, as well as Security Sector Reform, both of which are crucial elements of stabilization and recovery interventions.

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Windhoek Declaration at the 6th Annual Retreat of Special Envoys and Mediators

2015-10-22

Held within the context of the on-going implementation of Agenda 2063, as adopted by the AU policy organs, the Retreat constituted an additional step to give practical expression to the 50th Anniversary Solemn Declaration, adopted by the Assembly of the Union, in Addis Ababa, on 25 May 2013, in which the Heads of State and Government pledged not to bequeath the burden of conflicts to the next generation of Africans, committing themselves to en

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Global Overview 2015, People Internally Displaced by conflict and Violence

2015-09-03

Looks at causes and impact of forced displacement. Useful background reading

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UN DDR In an Age of Violent Extremism: Is it fit for Purpose?

2015-09-03

This report starts by recognising that many current DDR efforts are confronted by complex strategic environments in which DDR is often undertaken alongside ongoing military operations and insecurity and that many current conflicts are attracting foreign terrorist fighters and criminal gangs and groups.

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What Makes an Ex-Combatant Happy? A Micro Analysis of Disarmament, Demobilizatio

2015-09-01

Focused on research undertaken in South Sudan Examines several factors that might influence an ex-combatant's satisfaction with DDR, including economic concerns, security concerns, external security guarantors, and ethnicity

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Arusha Fifth High-Level Retreat on Promotion of Peace, Security and Stability

2014-10-21

This report draws attention to the considerable work of the AU, particularly done through its special envoys and mediators, in working towards the prevention and resolution of conflict, and effective management of the continent’s peace and security challenges, in line with Vision 2020. It also highlights the many key considerations and strategies in place to move the continent toward a better future that is more secure and stable for all.

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The African Union and the Conflict in Mali: Extra-Regional Influence and the Lim

2014-09-02

This paper considers the role of regional organisations and external actors in peace and conflict resolution efforts in Mali. It includes an in depth exploration of APSA and an analysis of the engagement of the AU and REC's in stabilisation efforts

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Security in post-conflict contexts: What counts as progress and what drives it?

2014-09-02

This paper seeks to explore the issue as to how security and stabilisation programmes measure and attribute progress in what are often complex and non linear environments. Section 3.3 specifically highlights and considers DDR.

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Back but not home: supporting the reintegration of former LRA abductees into civ

2014-09-01

This report explores the experiences of former LRA ex-combatants and their communities as they attempt to reintegrate in DRC and South Sudan. It highlights the important role of family support, the need for cultural specificity in the design of interventions, and work with local leaders. The challenges posed by legacy of conflict on communal tensions and mental health are highlighted.

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Making Vocational Training Work: A Study of Vocational Training in DDR

2014-08-20

This report details the findings from a research study of outcomes of the vocational training provided to ex-combatant beneficiaries through the Rwanda Demobilization and Reintegration Programme. Vocational training was found to play an important part in increasing levels of self confidence and self reliance as well as building social capital - irrespective of the particular skill sets learned.