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Ghana’s Peaceful Elections Built on Trust and Accountability

Spotlight   published by Dorina Bekoe on March 30, 2017

Ghana’s elections offer lessons on how transparency and public trust in electoral institutions contribute to a peaceful transition of power, finds the Africa Center’s Dorina Bekoe.

Ghana’s Perfect Storm: Is Africa’s Model Democracy in Danger of Faltering?

Spotlight   published by Dorina Bekoe on October 12, 2016

The Africa Center’s Dorina Bekoe and Stephanie Burchard write that while Ghana’s 2012 election went smoothly, “the dynamics ahead of the December elections suggest that this time could be different.”

ECOWAS Risks Its Hard-Won Reputation

Spotlight   published by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies on March 6, 2020

ECOWAS’ reputation for upholding democratic norms is facing strain as a growing number of West African leaders alter rules to consolidate power and resist stepping down at the end of their mandated terms.

What the Coronavirus Means for Africa

Spotlight   published by Shannon Smith on February 4, 2020

Given its fragile public health systems and close ties to China, Africa is vulnerable to the spread of the coronavirus, highlighting the continent’s centrality to global health security.

Assessing Africa’s 2020 Elections

Spotlight   published by Joseph Siegle and Candace Cook on January 28, 2020

African elections in 2020 will be a test against efforts to erode presidential term limits and other democratic checks and balances, with direct consequences for stability on the continent.

Managing Security Resources in Africa / Gestion des ressources de sécurité en Afrique

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Exploiting Borders in the Sahel: The Islamic State in the Greater Sahara

Spotlight   published by Pauline Le Roux on June 10, 2019

The Islamic State in the Greater Sahara has pursued breadth rather than depth of engagement in its rapid rise along the Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso borders.

Recommended US Response to Russian Activities in Africa

This article originally appeared as a chapter in “Russia Strategic Intentions White Paper,” Strategic Multilayer Assessment (SMA) publication series, NSI, May 2019. Abstract Russia has significantly expanded its engagements in Africa in recent years in response to perceived opportunities to access natural resources, expand weapons sales, and elevate its geopolitical posture in a region with... Continue Reading

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ARP No. 7: Assessing Attitudes of the Next Generation of African Security Sector Professionals   published by Kwesi Aning and Joseph Siegle on April 29, 2019

The African Union Wavers between Reform and More of the Same

Spotlight   published by Paul Nantulya on April 19, 2019

The African Union will need to overcome a lack of political will and address structural challenges if it is to be effective in responding to security crises on the continent, consistent with its founding mission.

Implications for Africa from China’s One Belt One Road Strategy

Spotlight   published by Paul Nantulya on March 22, 2019

China's Belt and Road Initiative forges intertwining economic, political, and security ties between Africa and China, advancing Beijing’s geopolitical interests.

AMEP Faculty and Curriculum Development Workshop

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Atelier de formation des enseignants et de développement du programme AMEP February 11–15 février 2019Accra, Ghana Schedule / Guide pedagogique: English | FrançaisSyllabus / Calendrier du programme: English | FrançaisBios: English | Français Session 1 Adult Learning Modalities Presented by / présenté par: Ben Crockett (Slides: English | Français) Tony “Randy” Mullis, Ph.D (English) Required Reading... Continue Reading