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Democracy and Peace in the Age of Globalization: Old Problems, New Challenges for Africa

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  18 October 2013

Abstract:

This article considers the impact of globalization on peace and democracy, especially in Africa. Peace is essential for orderly life and democracy is the paramount political value of our epoch. Are democracy and globalization compatible? They can be under certain conditions. Can globalization guarantee peace? Yes, if it can help in addressing the problems of poverty. The Constitutive Act of African Union enjoins African leaders to promote and protect human and peoples' rights and to consolidate democratic insiiuilions and culture. It also requires the promotion of peace, security and stability in the continent. The conclusion: Globalization must be controlled and global institutions democratized.

Résumé:

Résumé:

Cet essai considère l'impact de la globalisation sur la paix et la démocratie, en particulier en Afrique. Le principe tie paix est essentiel pour line vie ordonnée et la démocratie est unc valour politique d'une importance capitale à notre époque. La démocratie et la globalisation sont-elles compatibles? Elles peuvent l'être sous certaines conditions. La globalisation peut-elle garantir la paix? Oui, si elle peut aider à diminuer les problèmes de pauvreté. L'Acte de Constitution de l'Union Africaine intime aux dirigeants Africains de promouvoir el de protéger les droits de l'homme et des peuples, et de consolider les institutions démocratiques et culturelles. Il implique également la promotion de la paix, la sécurité et de la stabilité sur le continent. En conclusion, la globalisation doit être contrôlée, et les institutions globales doivent être démocratisées.

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Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © African Studies Association 2011

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