January 17
Africa: Can South Sudan Meet Its Election Deadline This Time?
Missed peace agreement targets and poor election preparations could result in a disputed election or another extension. Read more »
October 16, 2023
Africa: From Ubuntu to Gacaca - Traditional Justice Could Benefit Ethiopia's Transition
With careful analysis and adaptation, traditional approaches to resolving disputes can complement peacebuilding. Read more »
October 10, 2023
Africa: Africa Isn't Ready for a Withdrawal of Peacekeepers
Somalia, Mali and the DRC face significant security vacuums, which will undermine safety and worsen humanitarian conditions. Read more »
September 01, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Transition Depends On Both Dialogue and Transitional Justice
The challenge is balancing and integrating peace and justice for a gradual transition out of conflict. Read more »
May 24, 2023
Africa: Could UN Funding for AU Peace Missions Become the Norm?
Recent developments are positive for Africa but don't lessen the need for a robust AU Peace Fund. Read more »
November 28, 2022
Africa: UN Peacekeeping on the Continent Needs Tighter Parameters
Missions struggle to navigate the political minefields that come with the broad goal of stabilising conflict situations. Read more »
October 28, 2022
Africa: What Do Protests Say About UN Peacekeeping in Africa?
Violent protests in DRC and Mali highlight fundamental aspects of peace missions that need reform. Read more »
June 17, 2022
Libya: Groundhog Day in Libya
Once again, Libya is caught in a debilitating impasse between rival governments in Tripoli and Tobruk. Read more »
June 09, 2022
Ethiopia: Truce Opens the Door to African Mediators
As encouraging steps are taken to resolve the military conflict, pressure for a negotiated settlement is needed. Read more »
May 13, 2022
Africa: African Union's 'Panel of the Wise' Faces Obstacles in Bringing Peace
Members are expected to help reduce conflict but confront the same structural obstacles that hobbled previous panels. Read more »