Established in 2007, AFRICOM is the US military command devoted to Africa. AFRICOM was the source of much controversy following its inception, due to concerns over US interests in oil reserves and increasing military aid to African countries. A recent NPR report featured an interview with General William Ward, the head of AFRICOM. The report highlights AFRICOM’s efforts to counter terrorism on the continent and details recent military aid to Somalia.
Mennonite Central Committee continues to advocate for policies that improve the lives of the impoverished and disempowered in Africa, rather than policies that increase military might.
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