May 16, 2023
Sudan: Functional Borders Could Be Lifesaving for Sudan's Refugees
The region's weak border administration limits the ability of aid organisations to provide humanitarian assistance. Read more »
May 04, 2023
Chad: Chad Two Years Later - Little Progress, Plenty to Worry About
Despite some positive steps, a return to constitutional order and civilian rule is still a long way off. Read more »
May 03, 2023
Sudan: Stopping the Spread of Sudan's Bloodshed
As civil war looms, consensus among the multitude of peace brokers is vital to prevent a regional contagion. Read more »
April 24, 2023
Africa: Time to Re-Assess Terrorism Prevention in Africa?
Including mental health services that target social and behavioural drivers could improve the poor prevention record. Read more »
April 17, 2023
Cameroon: Insecurity Grows in Cameroon As Reintegration Efforts Stall
Problems with the reintegration of former Boko Haram members make preventing violent extremism and organised crime difficult. Read more »
April 13, 2023
Chad: Islamic State's Use of Tech Could Prolong Lake Chad Basin Violence
Deploying drones and other technology might change the conflict dynamics, giving violent extremists the upper hand. Read more »
April 06, 2023
Tunisia: Tunisia's Xenophobic Plans Backfire On Its Fragile Economy
President Kaïs Saied's attempt to scapegoat black migrants is costing the country socially, economically and diplomatically. Read more »
April 05, 2023
West Africa: Is Niger's Counter-Terrorism Approach an Exception in the Sahel?
Unlike its neighbours, Niger has made dialogue with violent extremist groups an important part of its strategy. Read more »
April 03, 2023
Mozambique: Cabo Delgado - Two Years Since the Palma Invasion
The attack prompted nations and security companies to help fight one of Africa's most rapidly evolving terrorist hotspots. Read more »
March 30, 2023
Africa: Is Cyclone Freddy's Record-Breaking Devastation the New Normal?
Thousands have been displaced by weather-related disasters in Southern Africa, which are becoming more brutal and frequent. Read more »
March 27, 2023
Chad: Do Those Seeking Peace in Chad Need to Prepare for War?
Despite committing to reconciliation, Chad's transitional government is prioritising military investments and security cooperation with foreign countries. Read more »
March 13, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's New President Must Prioritise the Boko Haram Crisis
Violent extremism has outlived three Nigerian presidencies - will Bola Tinubu be the leader who ends the onslaught? Read more »
March 08, 2023
Somalia: Al-Shabaab On the Defensive - Is It Time to Celebrate?
Government efforts need coordination at various levels to prevent the terrorist group from regaining control and striking back. Read more »
March 07, 2023
West Africa: New Targets Needed to Manage West Africa's Military Transitions
Recurring coups and protracted military rule should spur regional actors to explore other ways of achieving stability. Read more »
March 02, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Eastern DRC's Peace Plans Must Prioritise Humanitarian Aid
Ceasefires and security objectives are understandably the priority, but assisting refugees is central to achieving peace. Read more »
February 15, 2023
Africa: Record Numbers of Displaced Africans Face Worsening Prospects
While the world focuses on Ukraine, unprecedented funding shortages and shrinking migration pathways leave Africans stranded. Read more »
February 08, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Eastern DRC Peace Processes Miss the Mark
Deteriorating security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo raises questions about the Nairobi and Luanda processes. Read more »
February 07, 2023
Somalia: An Ocean of Weapons - Arms Smuggling to Somalia
Rather than relying on foreign navies, Horn of Africa countries must lead in stemming illicit arms inflows. Read more »
February 01, 2023
Mozambique: Rwanda Expands Its Protection of Mozambique's Natural Resources
After securing its gas enterprises, Rwandan security forces now guard Cabo Delgado's lucrative graphite and ruby mines. Read more »
January 23, 2023
Nigeria: Presidential Hopefuls Make Vague Promises On Security
A radical departure from existing policy is needed to enhance safety, but candidates' proposed reforms miss the mark. Read more »
January 18, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Loses National Treasures to the Northern War
International cooperation is needed to recover artefacts stolen from the country's conflict-ridden regions. Read more »
January 11, 2023
Africa: Africa's Approach to Countering Terrorism Still Misses the Mark
After two decades of violent extremism, fundamental elements in preventing the threat remain absent from AU plans. Read more »
January 09, 2023
Burkina Faso: Risks of Burkina Faso's New Military Approach to Terrorism
Without proper supervision and control, the use of 50 000 armed civilian auxiliaries could aggravate security problems. Read more »
May 31, 2016
Uganda: Kampala Bombings - Justice At Last?
On the night of the FIFA World Cup final in July 2010, twin suicide attacks ravaged Uganda's capital, Kampala. As a result, 74 people died, 70 were injured and the nation was left… Read more »
January 24, 2014
Africa: Central African Republic's New President 'A Fresh Start'
On Monday, 20 January, the 59-year-old Catherine Samba-Panza was elected the new interim president of the Central African Republic (CAR). This followed the resignation of her… Read more »
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