Ending Child Soldiers in Africa Act

The Ending Child Soldiers in Africa Act requires the U.S. Department of Defense to submit a detailed report within 180 days on how child soldiering impacts national security and regional stability in Africa. This report must analyze connections to terrorism and crime, review current prevention efforts, and assess the feasibility of creating an Africa-based center to coordinate training and best practices for combating child recruitment. The legislation specifically targets countries partnering with U.S. Africa Command, including nations like Nigeria, Kenya, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and evaluates whether similar programs could be established in other global regions. By mandating this study, the bill aims to inform future policy decisions regarding the prevention of child soldiering and support for reintegration programs in conflict zones.