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published by Nicolas Florquin, Sigrid Lipott, and Francis Wairagu, Small Arms Survey and the African Union Commission
on January 31, 2019
The scale of illicit small arms on the continent is hard to estimate as voluntary reporting is limited and most African states have not carried out national assessments or adopted tracking mechanisms. Nonetheless, cross-border trafficking by land is the most prominent type of illicit arms flow in Africa. Though many of the illicit weapons on the continent are legacies from past conflicts, recent seizures of newer models show that the arms trade is fueled by weapons diverted from national stockpiles and peacekeeping forces as well as arms imported from other regions as part of embargo-breaking transfers.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on May 25, 2018
The Seychelles’ environmental, economic, and security plans include unique reforms and innovative partnerships generate benefits that reach well beyond its shores.
Africa Security Brief No. 34
published by Anouar Boukhars
on March 19, 2018
Persistent economic and social disparities between urban centers and outlying communities present an ongoing source of instability for countries in the Maghreb.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on February 9, 2018
The G5 Sahel is ramping up its joint security force in order to address the growing threat posed by militant Islamist groups in the Sahel. The Force is emerging as a focal point for transnational security efforts in the region.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on May 26, 2017
The Indian Ocean is a vital conduit for trade. It's also a domain where security threats, including piracy, trafficking, and illegal fishing, thrive. Former Africa Center professor Assis Malaquias reflects on its relevance to national security in Africa.
Spotlight
published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on May 22, 2017
The distinction between legitimate and illicit business in Africa is fluid due to the significant size of informal trade on the continent. At the same time, globalization has allowed organized criminal groups to link up with international networks, including violent extremists.
Spotlight
published by Kaley Fulton and Benjamin P. Nickels
on January 11, 2017
Islamist terrorist groups in the Sahel and Sahara are attempting to exploit pastoralist grievances to mobilize greater support for their agenda, write Kaley Fulton and Benjamin Nickels.
Spotlight
published by Paul Nantulya
on September 7, 2016
Resources are always limited, even for advanced countries, but the problem in Africa is not resources per se. The problem is their misuse, says the Africa Center’s Assis Malaquias.
Africa Security Brief No. 31
published by Oluwakemi Okenyodo
on June 21, 2016
Most of Nigeria's security threats require security forces—especially police—that are well-governed, respected, and have effective oversight mechanisms.
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 Paul Nantulya
on May 31, 2016
An inclusive national security strategy process is more likely to reflect sound technical methodology, strategic perspective, and unique national concerns.
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published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies
on March 9, 2016
Over the past two decades, Colombia has managed a dramatic turnaround in governance and security conditions. Many African countries face similar challenges to those of Colombia in the late 1990s—persistent insurgencies fueled by criminal trafficking, limited governance presence, and socio-economic inequality. On the occasion of the release of A Great Perhaps? Colombia: Conflict and Convergence, the Africa Center hosted a discussion to assess relevant lessons from the Colombian experience for Africa.
