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This study reports on the US, UK and French peacekeeping policies toward Africa with a focus on implemented programs and future plans. The study reviews separately the efforts of France, the UK and the US; it introduces the largest specifically peacekeeping-related programs and similar initiatives with details on classroom education, field training and equipment. Furthermore, the paper discusses the countries’ direct assistance to African regional organizations and especially to ECOWAS and gives an outlook on future developments. The paper ends with an assessment of common themes, concerns and critical questions.