Why Do Some Post-Conflict African States Relapse into Conflict? Governance, Corruption, and the Durability of Peace.

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Brief Overview

The study examines why some post-conflict African states sustain peace while others relapse, and findings have shown that corruption weakens legitimacy and fuels violence, while strong, accountable governance sustains lasting stability.

Author

• Johnpaul Chigozie Damian Ojukwu, University of Alabama