A book that I edited was released by Zed books about a month ago – have been too busy posting anything about it, but here is a link. There are great chapters by equally great researchers. Hope it will interest some of you!
http://zedbooks.co.uk/paperback/african-conflicts-and-informal-power
My introduction is also available in full length at:
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