This work analyzes the role of the various organisations involved in conflict resolution in Africa. The contributors examine case studies of the major conflicts, looking at the responsibilities of different organisations and their success in working towards resolution.

"Dealing with Conflict in Africa" analyzes the role of the various organizations involved in conflict resolution in Africa. The bulk of the chapters examine case studies of the major conflicts in Africa, such as the Congo War. For each case study, the author looks at what responsibilities and tasks were taken on by different organizations, the relationship between the organizations, and seeks to determine which kind of organization is the most effective in working towards successful conflict resolution. The contributors also examine the effectiveness of coalitions of states or eminent leaders to that of UN cooperation with regional organizations, and what directions this cooperation should take in the future. The contributors are an international group of scholars and consultants.

Introduction - J.Boulden
SECTION ONE: OVERALL THEMES AND ISSUES
General Arguments for and Against Greater Use of Regional Organization by the UN - M.Golding
The UN Security Council Approach to African Conflict - J.Boulden
Regional Organization Experience: Overview and Lessons with Respect to Peacekeeping
SECTION TWO: CASE STUDIES
Liberia - F.Olonisakin, United Nations
Sierra Leone - Professor W.Ofatey-Kodhoe, CUNY
Congo - Professor H.Weiss, CUNY and Columbia
Burundi - Professor G.Khadiagla, SAIS, African Studies Program
West Africa and Greater Lakes Region - A Comparative Study - C.Adibe, dePaul University
Sudan - M.Juma, International Peace Academy
Etheopia
Eritrea - L.Lata, Toronto, Canada