Publications

This publication features a collection of articles in which scholars, security practitioners and civil society leaders discuss approaches to addressing the internal conflict and resulting humanitarian...chevron_right

This publication argues that the social and economic marginalization of communities in the periphery of Maghreb countries is an ongoing source of instability in the region. Key insights include 1) tha...chevron_right

The illegal exploitation of African fisheries by foreign fleets is undermining the continent’s human security, as is the corruption of officials who are responsible for overseeing fisheries sectors. Given these problems, the author of this brief believes 1) African countries must...chevron_right

This article highlights the important role military chiefs of staff can play in facilitating democratic transitions, basically by adhering to appropriate ethical standards. To illustrate his point, the text’s author cites the cases of Tunisia and Burkina Faso. In both instances...chevron_right

This article examines how low levels of trust in the Nigerian police force have limited public cooperation in combating internal security threats. Given that insurgents, criminal gangs, and extremists have concentrated heavily in marginalized and distrustful communities, the text’s author believes...chevron_right

This paper examines the role that investment companies play in fueling the corruption and instability which often plague resource-rich African countries. In particular, the author concentrates on the ...chevron_right

This paper analyzes 1) the numerous factors that have contributed to the neglect of the Gulf of Guinea’s maritime security, and 2) the regional problems that have emerged as a result. The text's autho...chevron_right

This paper discusses the Security Sector Development (SSD) program that was launched in 2009 to support the development of a more democratic security sector in Burundi. More specifically, the author e...chevron_right

Why have so many African countries failed to create ‘effective and respected’ militaries and what can be done about it? According to Emile Ouédraogo, establishing clear missions, performing rigorous oversight, and blunting the adversarial relationship between citizens and soldiers are three necessary first steps.chevron_right

This paper discusses how a surge in the prices of ivory and rhino horn has not only propelled the escalation of elephant and rhino killings on the African continent, but also exacerbated transnational...chevron_right

Should peacekeeping training in Africa be led and accomplished by locals? Daniel Hampton believes so. Since the training model that exists today undercuts the long-term institutionalization of the continent's peacekeeping capabilities, it’s time to pass the torch.chevron_right

This paper looks at how information and communications technology (ICT) can help fight crime in Africa. The author argues that ICT is creating new opportunities on the continent to advance collective ...chevron_right

This paper focuses on the fragility of state-society relations in South Sudan, which continues to frustrate the reforms needed in this infant state. The required improvements include reducing ethnic v...chevron_right

This paper does indeed do what its title suggests -- i.e., it focuses on the spread of Islamic radicalism in northern Nigeria and on possible ways to mitigate its ideological appeal.chevron_right

Since 2000, over 50 peace operations have been conducted in 18 African states. Today, Paul Williams asks what lessons we can learn from these missions to ensure that future operations are more effective. In his view, there are at least seven major lessons we should remember.chevron_right