This analysis aims to explore the interplay between local politics and the emergence of jihadist groups in North Africa and the Sahel.
Qualitative analysis of political dynamics in North Africa and the Sahel
Examination of historical context regarding jihadism and rebel groups
Assessment of international relations and state responses
Identified significant variations in jihadist activities across different regions
Highlighted the influence of local politics on the operational strategies of rebel groups
Emphasized the need for nuanced understanding of regional conflicts to inform policy responses
Abstract
Most readers of this journal are more familiar with the states of the Maghreb than those of the Sahel. Some years ago, in analysing international relations throughout the continent, I divided Afric...