Countering the Illicit Weapons Trade in Eastern Africa: Multi-Level Governance Perspectives

Key Points

• This article aims to explore countermeasures against the illicit weapons trade in Eastern Africa, focusing on governance perspectives.
• Conducted a comparative study analyzing various governance frameworks in Eswatini and the broader African context.
• Organized scholarly insights and theoretical dynamics related to the weapons trade.
• Outlined institutional and policy aspects that influence governance effectiveness.
• Identified key institutional dynamics influencing the illicit weapons trade.
• Highlighted the importance of multi-level governance in addressing the issue.
• Proposed practical conclusions aimed at improving policy responses in the African context.

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