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Spotlight
published by Paul Nantulya
on July 28, 2016
Term-limit advocates are not framing their struggles within the context of Western norms. Rather, it is seen as an African normative framework that is being violated by the continent’s leaders.
Infographic
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on June 20, 2016
The vast majority of African refugees are hosted by neighboring countries, highlighting the regional costs of conflict and political instability.
Spotlight
published by Wendy Williams
on June 15, 2016
The unfolding events between Morocco and Western Sahara could provide a sought-after opportunity for AQIM to reassert its relevance in the region.
Spotlight
published by Michael D. Rettig
on May 26, 2016
Africa currently hosts over 100,000 peacekeeping personnel. Contributions by African nations are rising and are more diversified—with some big exceptions.
Spotlight
published by Dr. Dorina Bekoe
on May 16, 2016
Between March 2016 and December 2017, there will be at least 52 presidential or parliamentary elections in sub-Saharan Africa. Dorina Bekoe looks at Africa's electoral landscape.
Alumni Profile
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on April 22, 2016
Nanténé Coulibaly joined the Africa Center alumni community in 2014, when she participated in the Next Generation of African Security Sector Leaders Program. This annual program focuses on the core elements of ethical leadership within the security sector and employs a plenary and discussion group format that allows participants to exchange their experiences and ideas.... Continue Reading
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on March 4, 2016
Maritime access gives Africa a major strategic advantage. Yet none of its 38 coastal states can fully claim sovereignty over territorial waters.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on February 16, 2016
Africa Research Associate Mike Rettig speaks with CBC Radio on the regional dimension of the Boko Haram problem.
Spotlight
published by Paul Nantulya
on December 21, 2015
“Compatriots, fellow country men and women, Congratulations. With this agreement we have ended the longest war in Africa, 50 years of war out of 55 years of independence. Today, we bring this half a century of war to a dignified end.” The date is January 9, 2005, and the place is Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi,... Continue Reading
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on November 20, 2015
Efforts to counter violent extremism (CVE) in Africa long pre-date ISIS. Drawing on its CVE work over the years, the Africa Center for Strategic Studies highlights some of the recurring themes.
Video
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on November 12, 2015
To block the spread of recruitment and radicalization in West Africa, African policymakers and their partners should seize the window of opportunity to support preventative measures in as-yet untouched communities.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on October 28, 2015
Three Lessons in Ethical Leadership from Africa The date is March 25, 2012. After a night of tension in a nation hailed for its democratic credentials, Senegal’s third president Abdulaye Wade, telephoned his opponent, Macky Sall, to concede defeat after a bitterly fought election that had gone into the second round. The West African nation... Continue Reading