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 »
March 28, 2023
South Africa: South Africa's Police Must Prioritise Trust
A procedural justice approach focused on neutrality and respect can raise public confidence without additional police resources. Read more »
March 21, 2023
Africa: Reducing Murder Must Be a Top South Africa Government Priority
South Africa's murder rates are again among the highest globally, but determined, targeted policing can reverse this trend. Read more »
March 15, 2023
South Africa: To Reduce Kidnappings, Police Must Tackle Armed Robbery
Intelligence-driven policing backed by dedicated investigation units and forensics can curb soaring levels of both crimes. 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 09, 2023
Africa: Sandalwood Burn Ignites Awareness of Kenya's Illegal Trade
Government commitment and public support are crucial to combat this environmental crime. Read more »
March 01, 2023
Mozambique: Cross-Border Cooperation Could Curb Kidnappings in Mozambique
Mozambique and South Africa are most affected by kidnapping in Southern Africa - they must collaborate to stop the attacks. Read more »
February 28, 2023
Africa: Organised Crime Is Infecting African and Global Supply Chains
The fishing and cocoa industries show how criminal networks and corrupt officials exploit multinational supply chains. Read more »
February 24, 2023
Africa: Africa Shouldn't Ignore Russia's Destabilising Influence
As a region, Africa may not be interested in the Ukraine war, but the war is interested in Africa. Read more »
February 22, 2023
South Africa: Security Must Be Part of South Africa's Energy Rescue Plan
A successful energy mix requires not just technology and finance but heightened security around energy infrastructure, especially nuclear. Read more »
February 21, 2023
Morocco: Morocco's Mocro Maffia Threatens Europe and North Africa
Morocco, Belgium and the Netherlands have become pivotal in the growing Latin America-Europe cocaine chain. Read more »
February 09, 2023
South Africa: Soaring Murder Rates Underline the Lack of Sound Direction for Policing
Crime data analysis should play a much bigger role in policing and safety in South Africa. Read more »
January 31, 2023
Algeria: Plunder of Algeria's Red Gold
Will allowing red coral harvesting protect this precious species or add to its risk of extinction? Read more »
January 27, 2023
Eswatini: Thulani Maseko's Assassination Roils Eswatini's Democracy Project
The murder of the human rights defender and political activist could be a turning point - but which way? Read more »
January 26, 2023
South Africa: ANC Call for More Police Won't Solve South Africa's Crime Crisis
The African National Congress' solutions to soaring crime are unclear and overlook the real problems facing policing. Read more »
January 10, 2023
West Africa: West Africa's Donkeys Fall Prey to Organised Crime
The trafficking of donkey skin to meet Asia's growing demand is wiping out the local animal population. Read more »
January 03, 2023
South Africa: Succulent Smuggling Threatens the World's Most Biodiverse Arid Region
Criminals are stripping South Africa's Succulent Karoo of its unique plant life to satisfy international demand. Read more »
December 13, 2022
South Africa: Can By-Laws Improve Safety If They Help to Finance Municipalities?
By-laws need to support safety in a way that recognises the poverty and inequality defining South African communities. Read more »
December 08, 2022
South Africa: To Heal South Africa, We Must First Stop the Bleeding
Police and their partners must focus on where the harms caused by crime and corruption are the greatest. Read more »
November 22, 2022
South Africa: Police Could Do Far More to Make South Africa Safer
The South African Police Service must be strengthened, as should partnerships with others performing local safety functions. Read more »
November 21, 2022
Africa: Putting Cyber Resilience in Africa Centre Stage
Efforts to elevate complex issues like climate change could provide pointers for inspiring urgency on cybersecurity. Read more »
November 04, 2022
Mozambique: President Nyusi Has Good Reason to Keep Ex Finance Minister Chang Out of a U.S. Court
But would Chang prefer to testify in the US rather than return to Mozambique to an uncertain fate? Read more »
November 02, 2022
South Africa: South Africa Must Rethink Its Community Safety System
Instead of the current rigid approach, more flexibility and innovation would allow workable local safety initiatives. Read more »
October 26, 2022
Cameroon: Kidnapping for Ransom On the Rise in North Cameroon
The double threat from Boko Haram and criminal gangs could further weaken the country's security situation. Read more »
October 25, 2022
Zimbabwe: The Curious Case of Zimbabwe Sanctions
African leaders have strongly condemned sanctions against Zimbabwe but rarely condemn its deplorable human rights abuses. Read more »