Covers all of the wars that have occurred in Africa since independence. Entries include the wars, conflicts, major political and military figures, child soldiers, mercenaries, and blood diamonds.

Part 1. Editor's Foreword; Part 2. Preface; Part 3. Acronyms and Abbreviations; Part 4. Map; Part 5. Chronology; Part 6. Introduction; Part 7. THE DICTIONARY; Part 8. Bibliography; Part 9. About the Author.