Parties and factors of the civil war in Angola

This study explores the civil war in Angola, focusing on internal factors from a peripheral perspective.The conflict initially emerged as a legacy issue, rooted in deep-seated disparities that fueled tensions among factions within the Angolan national movement even before the country achieved independence.These tensions escalated significantly after independence, evolving into a full-scale civil war driven by a combination of internal and external factors.The research posits that the origins of the war lie in Angola's pre-independence history, particularly in ethnic and tribal divisions, as well as colonial and other enduring legacies.After independence, the conflict persisted as a struggle for political control and access to economic resources.Understanding the historical roots of the conflict is essential to identifying the challenges that have hindered lasting peace.The study concludes that tribalism has been and continues to be a major barrier to national unity in Angola and across the African continent.