
Remembering Professor Jannie Malan
On 23 June 2025 we said goodbye to Professor Jannie Malan—a founding pillar of ACCORD’s Research Department, a revered scholar of peace, and, above all, a deeply compassionate human being.
On 23 June 2025 we said goodbye to Professor Jannie Malan—a founding pillar of ACCORD’s Research Department, a revered scholar of peace, and, above all, a deeply compassionate human being.
This edition of Conflict Trends begins with three articles focused on national dialogues in Africa. The first article, written by Distinct Obuzor Imaka and Tonye Marclint Ebiede, discusses national dialogues
One of the defining characteristics of this US Administration is the emergent doctrine of ‘something for something,’ whereby US engagement in global affairs, is conditional upon tangible benefits, primarily economic or strategic resources.
This month’s monitor begins with an article from Ambassador Said Djinnit, Dr Ibrahim Assane Mayaki and former SRSG El-Ghassim Wane. In their article they discuss the lessons the African Union
The erosion of the multilateral system risks further marginalising African countries, exposing them to bilateral power dynamics in which their structural vulnerabilities leave them at a severe disadvantage
The “Traoré Effect” highlights a deeper governance dilemma facing postcolonial states grappling with insecurity, economic stagnation, and popular frustration
Promoting African voices in global governance
The continuity between the OAU and the AU runs far deeper and is more consequential than is commonly acknowledged
Unlocking Investment: Driving the Future of Transport and Logistics in Africa Forward
Community Leaders Call for Stronger Engagement in Local Governance