The Centre, in partnership with the Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a project to bolster the implementation of the Accra Initiative (AI) across West Africa and the Sahel.
The AI, which includes Ghana, Benin, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, with Nigeria as an observer state, aims to address the growing threats of terrorism and organized crime in the region. Recognizing the deteriorating security situation in the Sahel, the project focuses on research, dialogue, and capacity building.
KAIPTC conducted consultative visits to Nigeria, Mali, and Côte d’Ivoire to identify key stakeholders and gather insights for the development of training courses. These visits have laid the groundwork for comprehensive capacity development programs and multinational dialogue meetings.
By engaging both state and non-state actors, the project aims to equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively implement the AI and address the pressing security challenges in the region.
