Beyond Silencing the Guns: China and a new Metaphor for Peace and Security in Africa

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  • Andreas Velthuizen Institute for African Renaissance Studies, University of South Africa, South Africa

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https://doi.org/10.21825/af.v33i2.17576

Abstract

The author presents the tentative results of ongoing research into a new paradigm for peace and security in Africa. The empirical foundation of the research is the result of a triangulation of research methods that involved literature study, reflexive journaling and thematic analysis. The discussion aims to determine how China can contribute to the renewal of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA). The aim is achieved by discussing and analysing the current APSA, including the challenges experienced, as well as the policy commitments and security activities of China in Africa. The research concludes that China is building a military intervention capacity to protect its interests in Africa. However, a new metaphor is needed that will bring solutions to the peace and security challenges of Africa. In this regard China can play an important role in assisting the APSA to focus on issues such as social transformation, capacity building for socio-economic development, and education aimed at peace and security. KEY WORDS: PEACE, SECURITY, CHINA, AFRICA, MILITARY INTERVENTION

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2020-12-19

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Velthuizen, A. (2020). Beyond Silencing the Guns: China and a new Metaphor for Peace and Security in Africa. frika ocus, 33(2). https://doi.org/10.21825/af.v33i2.17576

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Vol. 33 No. 2 (2020): China in Africa and Africa in China

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