East Africa: Failure to Apply East Africa's Mifugo Protocol Keeps Violence Simmering

The protocol provides the means to tackle cattle rustling and related crimes, but no countries have ratified it. Read more »

Africa: Impact of Red Sea Crisis On Africa – Red Flag or Red Herring?

Africa will feel the effects, but smart countries could derive some benefits from the Red Sea turmoil. Read more »

Africa: Once More Into the Breach - SADC Troops in DRC

SADC's second military intervention in eastern DRC in a decade raises many questions. Read more »

Africa: DRC Misses Another Opportunity to Build a Democracy

After accusations of an 'electoral coup' in 2018, the country's December 2023 polls were equally lacking in legitimacy. Read more »

Africa: Does Africa's Peace and Security Council Need Stronger Members?

Around half the countries bidding to join the PSC in 2024 are 'small states' with limited diplomatic clout. Read more »

Kenya: Northern Kenya's Disarmament Dilemma

More guns mean more attacks - but communities see small arms as vital for their protection against bandits. Read more »

Nigeria: Looser Gun Laws Could Deepen Nigeria's Security Crisis

With multiple violent conflicts, banditry and porous borders that enable weapons smuggling, gun liberalisation could backfire. Read more »

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 »

Sudan: After a Glimmer of Hope, Sudan's Peace Effort Fades

Burhan and Hemedti, the bitter foes leading Sudan's civil war, have missed two dates to talk peace. Read more »

Africa: African Countries Should Not Entertain Taking Forcibly Displaced Palestinians

If Israel is indeed considering this option, African states cannot ignore the legal, humanitarian and political implications. Read more »

East Africa: Inconsistencies Are Costing the AU Mission in Somalia

The country's plea for an AU troop drawdown pause exposes security doubts and raises concerns for regional stability. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's Military Mistakes Cost the Country Its Civilians

Caution is crucial in airstrikes to prevent tragic accidents like the recent bombing in Kaduna State. Read more »

Africa: What Does the Israel-Hamas Conflict Mean for Africa?

African countries must exercise economic prudence and geopolitical tact to minimise war-induced disruptions. Read more »

Ethiopia: Africa Must Stand Together to End Ethiopia's Conflict

Immediate action is needed to prevent the Amhara conflict from extending regionally. Read more »

Africa: Why Aren't Sanctions Preventing Coups in Africa?

Sanctions and suspensions of membership from the AU and regional blocs aren't as effective as they once were. Read more »

Africa: Drones As Weapons - Africa Needs Better Data to Anticipate Risk

A lack of documented evidence leaves the continent vulnerable and ill-equipped to shape an evolving policy debate. Read more »

East Africa: Pledges Aren't Enough to Protect East Africa's Refugees

States are committed to helping refugees, but their ability to share the burden beyond their borders is limited. Read more »

Ghana: Ghana's Sophisticated Artisanal Firearms Trade Needs Regulating

A controlled legal market for craft arms manufacturing could curb the growing threat posed by these weapons. Read more »

East Africa: Too Much, Too Fast? Somalia Joins the East African Community

Despite the benefits, Somalia's membership raises critical questions about the bloc's ability to ensure regional stability. Read more »

Africa: Africa's Three Waves of Coups

Generalising about the 100 coups in post-independence Africa is difficult, but common primary drivers can be discerned. Read more »

Africa: Decisive Action Lacking At UN-AU Security Consultations

Although Africa faces pressing challenges on several fronts, the meeting of security councils was thin on concrete outcomes. Read more »

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 »

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 »

Africa: Africa Can End Its Rash of Military Coups

But sanctions aren't enough - the AU and states must tackle root causes, including electoral fraud and service delivery failure. Read more »

Africa: Can China Be a More Attractive Security Partner for Africa?

Beijing's Global Security Initiative may be more compelling than Western approaches, but comes with several challenges. Read more »