Peacekeeping in Africa

The first Annual Peacekeeping Africa conference draws to a close this morning in Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg, South Africa. The conference is looking at peacekeeping operations and developments on the African Continent, harmonizing civil and military personnel through training to ensure a working relationship. It was officially opened by Martin Kobler, who serves as a Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General Assistance Mission for Iraq. African Union and United Nations Ambassadors also are attending. To discuss this very important topic on the continent, radio presenter and journalist, Benjamin Moshatama.Charles Adu- Brempong: Course Director (Crisis Information Management &Integrated; Civ-Mil Coordination Courses) of KOFI ANNAN INTERNATIONAL PEACE KEEPING TRAINING CENTRELivhu Mathoho: Defence Analyst: DEFENCE DECISION SUPPORT INSTITUTE, ADIVISION OF the Armaments Corporation of South Africa (ARMSCOR)Andre Roux, Conflict Management & Peace building Expert