This Year’s Peacekeeping Ministerial, Hosted by Germany Ahead of the UNSG’s Review on Peace Operations, Brought Together 45 Ministers, Key Experts and Various Regional Organisations
Many African Countries May Be Acceptable to Both Russia and Ukraine, Making It Likely That They Could Contribute Ceasefire Observers to a Monitoring Mission
Despite Over Two Decades of Development, the ASF Has Yet to Be Deployed in Any Mission, Highlighting Significant Challenges in Its Institutional and Operational Readiness
The IEC Recently Hosted a National Conference on Electronic Voting, Focusing on the Feasibility of Introducing E-voting in South Africa
Timely interventions are necessary to prevent instability, as well as peace and security risks. The nexus between governance, democracy, and peace and security is undeniable.
As African delegations prepare for the Berlin discussions, they can bring valuable perspectives informed by direct experience with peacekeeping operations across the continent.
A CoP offers a promising model to address challenges by fostering collaboration, shared learning, and collective problem solving among diverse peace and security actors.
As foreign diplomats, donors, and regional powers debated the country’s future, Sudanese civilians, civil society leaders, and representatives from both warring parties were notably absent.
Climate change is increasingly recognised as a critical threat to peace and security across Africa. Peace operations today face an expanding array of climate-induced operational challenges.
Will the new leadership propel the AU Commission towards meaningful progress, or will it remain hindered by old obstacles?
AI enhances conflict prevention through early warning systems and mechanisms that analyse satellite imagery, social media data, and historical trends to detect emerging threats
Despite the volatile situation in the eastern DRC, a new DDRRR programme that helps address the root causes of the conflict could be introduced to help stabilise the area
Humanitarian diplomacy seeks to leverage negotiation, advocacy, and dialogue to promote adherence to international humanitarian laws and facilitate peacebuilding efforts
The M23 rebellion has continued its advance following the fall of Goma and Bukavu, the respective capitals of North and South Kivu in the DRC, since late January 2025
Amid dire circumstances, there is a summitry consensus on the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the complex eastern DRC conflict and the involvement of key stakeholders such as the UN, AU and the RECs/RMs.
The reclamation of conquered territory by Lesotho’s Parliament, pursuant to the United Nations (UN) Resolution 1817 (XVII), is a matter that requires a thorough analysis and deep reflection
Ramaphosa positions South Africa as a champion of diplomacy, negotiation and international law, contrasts sharply from the nationalist exceptionalism shaping US President Donald Trump’s agenda
The Horn of Africa is a region marked by a complex tapestry of challenges, where political instability, economic underdevelopment, and social fragmentation intersect. In recent years, the impacts of climate change have emerged as a significant factor e …