Dakar, Senegal. On Monday, April 20, the Senegalese capital hosts the tenth edition of the International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa. This two-day event takes place against a backdrop of profound transformations within the African security landscape.

Senegalese President Macky Sall inaugurated the forum, emphasizing the importance of this meeting to address contemporary security issues. According to official sources, this anniversary edition focuses on the challenges of multilateralism in the face of a growing security crisis in several regions of Africa.

The situation in the Sahel is particularly concerning. According to recent analyses, the withdrawal of French and UN forces from this region has led to a resurgence of jihadist groups. Indeed, these expanding organizations are exploiting the structural weaknesses of the Malian and Nigerien armies to intensify their hostile activities.

LE JOURNAL.AFRICA reported that the Dakar forum has become an essential gathering since its launch in 2013, following Operation Serval in Mali. Participants include political decision-makers, military officials, and researchers who exchange ideas on strategies to address security threats.

This year, discussions are also expected to address the socio-economic consequences related to the increasing insecurity. Countries affected by terrorism face multiple challenges, ranging from the erosion of the local economy to the rise in forced population displacements.

Previous editions of the forum have established regional partnerships to strengthen security cooperation. However, the results remain mixed in light of the scale of current challenges. As indicated by a statement from the Senegalese government, it is crucial to adopt a collective approach to combat terrorism and ensure stability in the Sahel.

As the forum continues, attention is focused on the decisions that will be made and their potential impact on regional security. Participants hope that this meeting will contribute to redefining the necessary strategies to address current security challenges.