Conflict Trends 2005/1
31 Dec 2004
Editorial By Vasu Gounden Reforming the World Trade, Aid and Security System By Cedric de Coning The Reflection on Peace Agreements in Africa By Paul-Henri Bischoff Conditions for Peace The
Editorial By Vasu Gounden Reforming the World Trade, Aid and Security System By Cedric de Coning The Reflection on Peace Agreements in Africa By Paul-Henri Bischoff Conditions for Peace The
More than once we have discussed the possibility and feasibility of an occasional special, thematic edition of this journal. Usually our conclusion was that it was a good idea, but
Abstract Since the onset of the democratisation process in Southern Africa in the 1990s, democracy discourses in both academic and policy-making circles have become more robust and invigorated. Although much
Abstract Botswana has been operating a First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) electoral system since her independence from Britain in 1965. Unlike other African countries, this system has not led to electoral violence or
Abstract Although somewhat chequered, Lesotho’s political and constitutional history has been relatively smooth and peaceful compared to what was experienced by many African countries. The struggle for independence and the
Abstract Following a protracted violent conflict that engulfed Mozambique spanning a period of 16 years of armed war that has destroyed not only lives and infrastructure, but also debilitated the
Abstract The history of South Africa’s electoral politics dates back to the mid-19th century. Historical familiarity with electoral procedures and the development of a strong party system helps to strengthen
Abstract The paper examines the issues on elections, constitutionalism and problems of political stability in Tanzania. An examination of the state and constitutionalism in Tanzania shows that the state in