January 24
South Africa: South Africa's ICJ Case Has Already Altered Its Foreign Policy Space
Regardless of what the World Court decides, a recalibration of South Africa's bilateral relations will be needed. Read more »
December 04, 2023
Zimbabwe: Are Zanu-PF's High-Risk Strategies Paying Off?
Zimbabwe's push for re-engagement with Western allies appears to rely on the belief that it has been treated harshly. Read more »
December 01, 2023
Zambia: Pilot Zambian Debt Relief Collapses
Failure of the protracted negotiations casts doubt on the G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatment. Read more »
November 29, 2023
South Africa: Protecting South Africa's Precious Succulents From Illegal Traders
New research shows that strides have been made, but more support and private-public partnerships are needed. Read more »
November 28, 2023
South Africa: Tackling Several Forms of Violence Together Delivers Results
Combining parenting programmes with social grants works better against various types of violence than when used alone. Read more »
November 21, 2023
South Africa: Cellphone Theft - Another Indicator of South Africa's Policing Gaps
Partnerships with the private sector and a focus on intelligence-guided investigations are vital. Read more »
November 14, 2023
South Africa: Soaring Murder Rates Should Prompt Policing Rethink - Policy Brief
A new policy brief on soaring murder rates says government and police should prioritise murder-reduction partnerships. Read more »
November 09, 2023
South Africa: A Year After the Pretoria Agreement, Hard Work Remains for Ethiopia
Peacebuilding is a work in progress, and while there have been achievements, key stumbling blocks remain. Read more »
November 07, 2023
Mozambique: Fraudulent Municipal Elections Cripple Democracy in Mozambique
When it rules on the results, the Constitutional Council is unlikely to jeopardise President Nyusi's bid to consolidate power. Read more »
October 31, 2023
South Africa: Can South Africa Contain Pangolin Trafficking?
There are worrying signs that the illegal trade is becoming more organised, with professionals and government officials involved. Read more »
October 23, 2023
Southern Africa: Southern Africa's Security Hinges On Actioning Its Organised Crime Strategy
The prevalence of trafficking and financial crimes highlights the urgency of better controls and regional cooperation. Read more »
October 11, 2023
South Africa: Free to Grow - Preventing Family Violence Through Workplace Programmes
A new project, delivered during working hours, brings business and civil society together to make South Africa safer. Read more »
October 06, 2023
Eswatini: Eswatini Conducts a Competent Caricature of Democracy
The elections were quite well run, say the African Union and SADC. But to what end? Read more »
September 28, 2023
South Africa: What Does Evidence-Based Policing Offer South Africa?
Common misconceptions may discourage police from using this proven method of optimising policing and enhancing safety. Read more »
September 22, 2023
South Africa: Fortress South Africa – Open to the Highest Bidder
Using billions in public funds for private border security could be the latest chapter in government's xenophobic fixation. Read more »
September 12, 2023
South Africa: South Africa's Visa Regime Keeps Badly Needed Skilled Workers Out
The government is blocking the potential that foreign workers can bring to SA's stagnant economy. Read more »
September 11, 2023
South Africa: Digital Evidence – a Step Forward for South Africa
As police and prosecutors test new legislation, what are the challenges of using digital evidence? Read more »
September 04, 2023
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Fails Its Democracy Test
With ZANU-PF's manoeuvring and SADC's approach of non-interference, the regional bloc is unlikely to act on the disputed elections. Read more »
August 30, 2023
Africa: Brics+ and the Tricky Business of Balancing Global Geopolitics
Will an expanded BRICS precipitate a new international order, or collapse under the weight of its internal contradictions? Read more »
August 23, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Would Benefit From a Crime Harm Index
Not all crimes have the same impact, so police should prioritise reducing harm, not just the crime count. Read more »
August 21, 2023
South Africa: Risks of Digital Influence - Lessons for South Africa's 2024 Election
Research in Kenya shows that a rigorous professional legacy media is vital to counterbalance malign players online. Read more »
August 18, 2023
Eswatini: Thulani Maseko's Absence Weakens Eswatini's Struggle for Democracy
Without Maseko's leadership, the Multi-Stakeholder Forum that pushes for democratic change shows signs of falling apart. Read more »
August 08, 2023
South Africa: South Africa's New Police Watchdog Bill Weakens Rule of Law
Proposed changes to the IPID Act would increase the oversight body's vulnerability to political interference and manipulation. Read more »
July 26, 2023
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Heads for Yet Another Disputed Election
Since the last polls, the government has weaponised the law and COVID-19 regulations against active citizenship and political participation. Read more »
July 21, 2023
South Africa: Pretoria's 'Get Out of Jail Free' Card
Putin's stay-away from the BRICS summit means Pretoria can remain on favourable terms with Russia without antagonising key Western partners. Read more »