Population Growth and Resource Competition in Africa, 2017-2035: A Military Approach for The United States
Abstract
The United Nations projects an increase in Africa's population from 1.186 billion in 2015 to 1.865 billion by the year 2035. This 57% projected population increase will significantly impact the security situation in Africa. Within the continent, a population increase of this magnitude will almost certainly result in increased competition for resources, ethno-religious conflicts, migrations related to economic and other factors, and challenges to governance. These phenomena, taken in combination with terrorism and external influence, will result in increased armed conflict throughout Africa. A recommended strategy for the United States is the establishment of a relatively small number of partner nations that are demographically, economically, and politically stable, and which possess stable security situations. More importantly, each of these nations allows the United States access to key resources and facilities; And the United States is militarily prepared to be able operate in and around these nations to secure its own interests.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2017
- Accession Number
- AD1178917
Entities
People
- Matthew S. Downs
Organizations
- Marine Corps University