Institute for Security Studies
Stability in Mali requires more inclusive national dialogue
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 15th July 2024 Broad political consensus is needed for the country to benefit from some promising decisions made at the recent dialogue. Most of Mali’s political... →
Military muscle rather than mediation prevails in DRC
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 15th July 2024 Despite a growing military coalition, President Tshisekedi is failing to subdue the M23 rebels in his country’s east. A burgeoning coalition of... →
Ethiopia’s national dialogue needs a reset
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 11th July 2024 Considering that major political movements and actors reject the ongoing dialogue, a temporary pause and recalibration should be considered. Since... →
Why the African Union should weigh in on the Gaza crisis
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 10th July 2024 Unlike its ambiguous response to the Russia-Ukraine war, the AU’s position on the destruction of Gaza has been clear. Although not an African... →
Is Cape Town’s drop in business robbery a cause for concern?
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 9th July 2024 A fall in business robberies over the past decade could indicate rising levels of extortion and organised crime. South Africa is a country plagued... →
Mozambique can learn from other African countries about hosting IDPs
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 8th July 2024 Assisting internally displaced people is crucial for humanitarian and security reasons, but the government has no plan to support them.... →
Meaningful dialogue can forge positive change in South Africa
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 8th July 2024 Those convening the national dialogue promised by President Ramaphosa could learn from the innovative Violence Prevention Forum. On 30 June,... →
Hasty constitutional reforms deepen tensions in Togo
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 4th July 2024 Togo’s successive crises have been driven by conflicts relating to presidential term limits and democratic power transfers. Togo’s recently revised... →
Without peace in Ethiopia, transitional justice will be difficult
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 3rd July 2024 A comprehensive cessation of hostilities is necessary for the country to reap the benefits of effective transitional justice. Last month,... →
How will SA’s new coalition government steer foreign policy?
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 3rd July 2024 The challenge of decision making by consensus may see South Africa adopting more middle-of-the-road policies on pressing global challenges. South... →
