From Cutting Off Funding Sources to Dismantling Networks: How the Fight Against Transnational Terrorist Organisations in Africa Has Changed

Counter-terrorism strategies across Africa have transitioned from traditional legal measures, such as proscription orders and terrorist designations, toward a more comprehensive approach. Current efforts are now focused on systematically dismantling the financial infrastructure and operational networks that sustain transnational terrorist organizations on the continent.

This shift represents a new phase in regional security policy, moving beyond administrative labels to target the underlying economic and logistical systems of these groups. By prioritizing the disruption of funding sources, authorities aim to weaken the long-term viability and reach of extremist networks operating within African borders.