@article{1437282, recid = {1437282}, author = {Onditi, Francis, and Ben-Nun, Gilad, and Were, E. M. and Nyadera, Israel Nyaburi, and Kibochi, Robert Kariuki,}, title = {Reimagining security communities : systems thinking approach for Africa /}, pages = {1 online resource (lix, 477 pages) :}, abstract = {This book utilizes a systems thinking perspective to propose a holistic framework of analysis and practice for the regional security community BRSC Barrangement in Africa. In responding to the challenge of improving effectiveness of response to peace and security threats, African states tend to rely on ad hoc mechanisms. However, this approach has been mired with a myriad of structural limitations. The holistic framework reconfigures the traditional BRSC into a simplified tool kit of resources, making this text book ideal for students and advanced researchers in international relations, and all those concerned with regional security and strategic studies. Francis Onditi heads the School of International Relations and Diplomacy, Riara University, Kenya. Gilad Ben-Nun is Senior Lecturer at Leipzig Universitys Research Centre Global Dynamics, Germany. Edmond M. Were is Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at Kisii University, Kenya. Israel Nyaburi Nyadera is a Teaching Assistant at the Department of Government and Public Administration at the University of Macau. .}, url = {http://library.usi.edu/record/1437282}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-70869-6}, }