http://www.paxafrica.org daily 1 2009-04-09T07:33:32Z http://www.paxafrica.org/areas-of-work/exploitation-and-management-of-natural-resources/natural-resources-documents/pax-africa-paper-for-un-meeting-on-natural-resource-governance-cairo-2006 This paper explores the roles and responsibilities of the African Union and the Regional Economic Communities with respect to natural resources, with the aim of harnessing the continent's resources for peace and development No publisher Brittany 2009-04-15T12:40:25Z File http://www.paxafrica.org/areas-of-work/exploitation-and-management-of-natural-resources/natural-resources-documents/pax-africa-paper-for-au-meeting-on-pcrd This paper examines the role of natural resources in PCRD processes. It provides three key reasons why the exploitation and management of natural resources (EMNR) must be considered central to PCRD in Africa. First, inequitable access to natural resources or the wealth they generate is often among the root causes of conflict. Second, EMNR can be used to generate financial resources for PCRD from within the affected country. Finally, good governance of natural resources can contribute to sustainable growth and development, potentially reducing the likelihood of future conflict. No publisher Brittany 2009-04-15T12:40:25Z File