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Why a Sub-regional Focus?

A sub-regional focus was chosen instead of a continental focus for a number of reasons. First, in comparison to other regions like South, East, and North Africa, West Africa has less developed structures and activities in peacebuilding.

Second, for the purpose of contextual analysis, sub-regions in Africa seem to be structured based on historical, demographic, socio-cultural, and political similarities.

Third, proximity minimizes the cost of travel and fourth, since WANEP is already building a functioning network in West Africa, the training materials have been structured drawing from the challenges and prospects attained from on-going work in West Africa.