Violent extremism, climate change and human security

There are now many in the African region identifying current evidence on the nexus between climate fragility and vulnerability to violent extremism.
Towards a common vision of climate, peace, security and migration in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is one of the countries in Southern Africa most affected by climate variability and change.
South Africa enters uncharted territory

A GNU centred on the ANC, DA and IFP emerged as a compromise following the elections. The other eight GNU members are an alphabet soup of tiny parties with wildly conflicting interests.
The security dilemma of coups in West and Central Africa

The idiosyncrasies surrounding these coups have sparked debate in the academic arena, as researchers seek to understand the logic and drive behind the upsurge.
The powerful role of African women in resolving conflict and sustaining peace

Advocating for greater inclusion of women at formal negotiation tables.
MINUSMA’s withdrawal from Mali: Brief overview of the mission’s performance and challenges, and lessons for peacekeeping in Africa

Evaluating MINUSMA’s contributions and limitations.
Doing better together: A review of the 2023 human development report

Reimagining Cooperation in a Polarised World.
South Africa’s position in a changing global order

Analysing how South Africa is positioning itself in a changing global order.
South Africa’s 2024 elections: A true test for the resilience of South Africa’s institutions

The resilience of the Judiciary and Independent Electoral Commission within the context of increased political pressure.
The digital dimension of peacebuilding in Cameroon

Analysing women, peace and security in Cameroon with a cybersecurity lens.