Complexities of UN Peacekeeping in Africa

This chapter focuses on the groundbreaking role of the Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) within UN missions, emphasizing the shift towards offensive capabilities in peacekeeping. It examines the operational challenges faced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the importance of troop-contributing countries, particularly from Africa, in addressing local needs and perceptions. The discussion also highlights the evolving dynamics of international influence in African peacekeeping efforts, including U.S. and Chinese involvement, and the implications of these changes on local and global cooperation.