When a conflict ends, mines and ‘explosive remnants of war’ (ERW) like unexploded bombs and cluster-munition bomblets often remain. These items can continue to kill and maim for decades after conflict has ended and stop communities from being able to use their land and access key services like hospitals, markets, and schools.
Landmine and cluster munition contamination affects 18 countries and disputed territories in Africa, many of which are also affected by related disarmament issues, such as the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, management of weapons stockpiles, and illicit cross-border transfer of weapons. All of these disarmament issues, including landmine contamination, hinder development growth across the continent, destabilising regions and preventing land from being used to its full potential.
The report is available to download below in both English and Japanese.
Landmine and cluster munition contamination affects 18 countries and disputed territories in Africa, many of which are also affected by related disarmament issues, such as the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, management of weapons stockpiles, and illicit cross-border transfer of weapons. All of these disarmament issues, including landmine contamination, hinder development growth across the continent, destabilising regions and preventing land from being used to its full potential.
The report is available to download below in both English and Japanese.
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