Development-induced Displacement and Human Rights in Africa: The Kampala Convention

This book examines how a balance can be struck between the imperative of development projects and the rights of persons likely to be displaced in Africa. It analyzes the obligations that are placed on African states by the Kampala Convention in the context of development-induced displacement and will be of interest to scholars of human rights law, forced migration, African Studies, and development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 142 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Within the framework of the 2009 Kampala Convention, this comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay between the imperatives of development projects and the rights of individuals who are likely to be displaced in Africa. Following independence, numerous African states initiated vast development endeavors, including the construction of dams, urban revitalization, and the extraction of natural resources. These projects posed significant challenges in ensuring the protection of displaced communities while simultaneously implementing development initiatives. These projects were often perceived as a panacea for Africa's development, with the economic interests of the majority often overshadowing the concerns of the minority who were forced to relocate due to these projects.

This book aims to examine the delicate balance that needs to be struck between the pursuit of development and the safeguarding of the rights of displaced individuals within the context of the African Union Convention on the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons in Africa (the Kampala Convention). Romola Adeola conducts a thorough analysis of the obligations imposed on African states by the Kampala Convention in the realm of development-induced displacement.

This book is of paramount interest to scholars, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of human rights law, forced migration, African Studies, and development. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics between development, displacement, and the legal frameworks designed to address these issues. By exploring the challenges and opportunities presented by the Kampala Convention, this book contributes to the ongoing discourse on sustainable development, social justice, and the protection of vulnerable populations in Africa.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367546250