Terrorisme et croissance économique en Afrique Centrale
Terrorism and economic growth in Central Africa

Author(s): Roger A. Tsafack Nanfosso, Christian L. Nguena
Subject(s): Studies in violence and power, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego w Poznaniu
Keywords: terrorism;Africa;Economic growth;barbarity;Boko Haram
Summary/Abstract: Since 2002, the countries of Central Africa have experienced shocks linked to the upsurge of terrorism in general and the Boko Haram sect in particular. These multiform shocks are not without consequences on economic activity and results. This article aims to analyze the impact of terrorism by focusing on the economic growth of the countries of the subregion. The international perception of terrorism is examined along with its characteristics in the subregion, highlighted by identifying the groups involved and documenting their activities. A methodology based on factual and econometric analysis is used to assess the real impact of terrorism on economic growth. The main result, which reveals a negative and significant relationship between the index of terrorism and economic growth, suggests that policies to fight and eradicate terrorism need to be developed and encouraged if we are to stay on course for economic growth economic and ensure the safety and well-being of the population.reveals a negative and significant relationship between the index of terrorism and economic growth, suggests that policies to fight and eradicate terrorism need to be developed and encouraged if we are to stay on course for economic growth economic and ensure the safety and well-being of the population.reveals a negative and significant relationship between the index of terrorism and economic growth, suggests that policies to fight and eradicate terrorism need to be developed and encouraged if we are to stay on course for economic growth economic and ensure the safety and well-being of the population.

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