
Popular Coups d’état in Africa
Reviewing and examining scholarship on the resurgence of coups d’état, and the conceptual framing of their popular
support.

Reviewing and examining scholarship on the resurgence of coups d’état, and the conceptual framing of their popular
support.

This edition of Conflict Trends begins with an article written by Abraham Ename Minko about United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms. The article discusses the reasons advanced by Africa for

Developing new and innovative solutions to the myriad peace and security situations confronting the continent.

Providing strategic direction for coherence and coordination

Driving transformative change, and shaping the future of global peace, security, and sustainable development On 20 October 2025 the Founder and Executive Director, Dr Vasu Gounden, participated in the 5th


“Justice must be the lifeblood of reconciliation, the architecture of peace, and the promise of a future where all humanity can thrive”

Enhancing Diplomatic Strategies for Peace and Stability

Preventing conflicts and violent wars in Africa

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.