Governance and Border Security in Africa addresses issues related to the strategic role of African borders in fulfilling regional aspirations in integration, security and development in the twenty-first century. The 23 chapters bring to the fore the multi-dimensional challenges that confront African governments with a view to providing a basis for clearer policy options at the national, sub-regional and regional levels. The book is especially relevant to the redefinition of Africa"s peace and security architecture in the context of the regional integration project.