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Issue 20
Thursday, 31 May 2012 |
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to 26 October, Johannesburg: ISS 3rd International Conference: National
and international perspectives on crime reduction and criminal justice
In October 2012 the Institute for Security Studies` Crime
and Justice Programme will be holding its 3rd annual international
conference on crime and criminal justice.
Over the past two years the conference has provided an
excellent opportunity for researchers, academics, policy makers and
practitioners who have an interest and passion for criminology to meet, network
and share ideas and experiences. The relationships developed during these
conferences have led to productive working relationships that span countries
and a broad range of crime and justice related issues.
The conference also offers an opportunity to showcase current
criminological research and policy initiatives from around the world.
We look forward to welcoming participants and presenters
from the African continent and elsewhere to share their research, innovative
thinking and insights.
More Information |
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Border Porosity and Boko Haram as a Regional Threat
Uyo Salifu, Researcher, Transnational Threats and International Crime Division, ISS Pretoria
The Nigerian militant Islamic movement, Boko Haram, poses a threat beyond Nigeria’s borders. At greatest risk are Cameroon and Niger.
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A Growing Humanitarian Crisis in Eastern DRC
David Zounmenou and Naomi Kok, Senior Researcher and Intern, Conflict Prevention and Risk Analysis Division, ISS Pretoria
The recent flare-up of violence in the eastern DRC, has led to the deterioration of the humanitarian situation, which was already in need of urgent attention.
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Connecting with the African Diaspora
Liesl Louw-Vaudran, Associate Editor, ISS Pretoria
The AU has resolved to forge closer ties with its Diaspora across the world. This follows the Global African Diaspora Summit held in Sandton last week. Yet there is still a lot of uncertainty about how the AU’s proposed ‘Legacy Projects’ will be implemented.
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In South Africa the Rule of Law Does not Apply to the Political Elite
Gareth Newham, Head of the Crime and Justice Programme, ISS Pretoria
There is little disagreement that corruption is a serious problem facing South Africa. Although the government appears to be taking it seriously, it only targets lower-ranking government officials and ordinary members of the public. Until those in the upper echelons of power are held to account, the problem will continue.
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ISS Seminar Report: The South African Defence Review 2012 - Consultative and Informative Public Meeting
Mr. Roelf Meyer, chairperson of the DRC, proceeded to contextualise
the DR and current consultation period by explaining the history of the review.
The process was characterised as long overdue, particularly given the
significant changes in the defence environment that have occurred since the
previous DR.
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An Arab Spring exposes double standards over R2P
Nothing does more harm to the wellbeing of society than false hopes or
the complete destruction of faith in the ability of our institutions to
uphold our human freedoms and dignity
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