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    African Union and Peacekeeping Operations: Legal and Institutional Framework
    (Indian Society of International Law Year Book of International Humanitarian and Refugee Law, 2021-07) Adeyeye, Joel
    This article takes a critical look at the legal and institutional framework of the African Union (AU) in peacekeeping operation in Africa. The article notes that in contradistinction of what were obtainable under the Organization of African Unity (OAU), the AU went a step further to concretize her hold on peacekeeping operations. The paper discussed the legal regimes relate as a cornerstone to legitimize the various actions by land, sea or air to checkmate belligerent nations or a non-State actor in disturbing the peace in Africa. Concrete suggestions are then made to strengthen these institutions that are created by the AU in peacekeeping, peaceenforcement and peace building