Editorial
The year 2016 will be remembered as a watershed year the world over. It presented many surprises and upstaged many political pundits. In Europe, many were shocked by the exit of Britain from the European Union – better known as Brexit. In South Africa, power changed hands in key local government structures, putting the opposition […]
Electoral Mediation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lesotho and Kenya
Examining why many elections in African democracies culminate in violent conflict.
Developing Security Structures in Europe
Comparing the African Union and European Union’s ability to respond, understand and mitigate conflict situations.
Challenges of Liberal Peace and Statebuilding in Divided Societies
Determining the limits of statebuilding processes without concerted efforts to simultaneously build the nation.
Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Why has the DRC seen unending conflict over the last two decades, despite having a comprehensive DDR programme in place?
The Women’s Situation Room in Africa
Introducing the Women’s Situation Room – a women-led initiative to prevent and reduce violence during African elections.
Al Mahdi’s Case before the International Criminal Court
Al Mahdi’s widespread attack on the mosques of Timbuktu, and how the ICC handled the case against him.
The Colonial Legacy of Civil-military Relations and Democratic Stability in West Africa
Examining the progress of several African countries currently at different stages of their democratic processes.