February 14
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 »
January 12
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 »
November 15, 2023
Sudan: Will Africa Remain On the Sidelines of Sudan's Jeddah Talks?
Given the flawed Jeddah process, the AU and IGAD need a clearer role in the UN's transition mission. Read more »
September 07, 2023
Africa: Sudan Exposes the AU's Weak Response to Humanitarian Crises
The continental body should focus on coordinating and collaborating with humanitarian actors, rather than new structures and policies. Read more »
July 10, 2023
South Sudan: Sudan's Crisis Could Delay South Sudan's Already Slow Transition
To protect oil revenue and avoid disrupting its faltering peace process, South Sudan must remain neutral on Sudan's war. Read more »
June 21, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Needs African Union Boots On the Ground
An intervention force to accompany ongoing peace processes could ease the humanitarian crisis and protect critical infrastructure. Read more »
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 08, 2023
Africa: Sudan's War Poses Grave Risks for Chad and CAR
With their shared border communities and militia activities, the two countries have previously suffered from Sudan's deadly conflicts. 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 »
October 05, 2022
Sudan: Can External Mediation Break Political Stalemate?
Trilateral intervention could help bridge differences between civilian groups and the military. Read more »
October 03, 2022
Sudan: Youth Are Vital for Post-Coup Stability
Including young people in formal transitional processes is necessary to bring long-term peace to Sudan. 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 »
January 20, 2012
Africa: Continent's Leaders Have New Chance to Shape Justice
Since the early 1990s, Africa has been the hub of international criminal justice. In 1994, following the crimes committed in Rwanda, an ad hoc international tribunal for Rwanda was… Read more »