Speculating about the future
Abstract
This chapter speculates on the future trajectory of Islamist militant violence, or jihadist terrorism, in Africa, in light of recent military developments, the drivers of terrorism, and the trends emerging from available data. Using data analytics and visualizations, it discusses the potential for increased or decreased terrorist violence in various regions of the continent, the impact of international politics on counterterrorism efforts, and the challenges posed by the evolving security landscape. The chapter emphasizes the need for vigilance and proactive measures to address the root causes of terrorism.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Terrorism
Counterterrorism
and Political Violence
Politics and Conflicts in Afghanistan
Pakistan
and Middle East
Islamic Studies and Radicalism
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Routledge eBooks
- Pages
- 66–88
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter