A Seat at the Table: Africa’s Struggle for Representation

Conflict Resolution—Why Are African Wars Solved by Outsiders?

Patrick Newman Season 1 Episode 4

Western powers often prefer interventions that align with their own geopolitical interests. In many cases, Western countries—through media and diplomatic channels—present African institutions as incapable of managing conflicts, thereby justifying foreign-led missions. This narrative of African inefficiency and weakness contributes to the continued reliance on Western interventions, sidelining African initiatives.


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