ASF overview

Pax Africa seeks to accelerate operationalisation of key elements of the African peace and security architecture. In response to a request from the AU Peace Support Operations Division (PSOD), it will focus on the African Standby Force (ASF), especially the civilian component, and unpacking of the role of the ASF in PCRD. While the continent has made progress in the development of continental doctrine and regional brigades, progress has lagged behind with regard to the civilian component of the ASF. Experience on the continent indicates that this component will be critical to the long-term success of peace support operations and to the success of PCRD. In addition to supporting the ASF at continental level, Pax Africa seeks to strengthen the development of its constituent regional brigades, beginning with the SADC Brigade.