The conventional understanding of maritime security is one that is viewed as battle-ready and state-centric. However, a more sustainable approach would be investment in the maritime sector under the Blue Economy (BE) lens. This would bring the general public into the fold of manning the marine space and frontiers, it would be essential in increasing the scope of security factors to be addressed. The incorporation of BE into African Peace and Security Architecture is vital in order to give it the required prominence within the continent’s peace and security agenda.
Author: Michael Sitawa
Dr. Michael Sitawa is a Senior Researcher at The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC). He holds a PhD in Sociology. His research interests include sustainable development and maritime security. He is also the chief editor of the Africa Amani Journal of IPSTC.
