| 27 August 2015 |
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TALKING POINT
The US nudges Africa towards economic independence
by Peter Fabricius |
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It costs almost US$4 500 to transport a container from Brazzaville in the Republic of Congo, across about four kilometres of the Congo River, to Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on the opposite bank of the river, according to the World Bank.
If you include inland transport costs, the total can top US$10 000.
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| ISS Spotlight |
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| Helping Parliament fix the police leadership crisis |
The ISS provided expert analysis and policy advice on how to fix the leadership problems plaguing South Africa's police.
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| Press release |
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| Preventing criminals from acquiring WMDs is a priority for Africa |
Africa's regional efforts are good news for the global implementation of UN Security Council resolution 1540.
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| ISS Today |
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In the debate towards nuclear disarmament, where are all the women?
by Mothepa Shadung |
Do men and woman engage equally in efforts towards a world free of nuclear weapons? An analysis of two key forums revealed compelling findings.
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The business of (dis)organised crime in South Africa
by Khalil Goga |
Organised crime is not always sophisticated and structured, and fighting this scourge should also focus on loose, informal and ad hoc networks.
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The true price of Nkurunziza's third term
by Yolande Bouka |
President Pierre Nkurunziza was sworn in for a third mandate last week, but the Burundi crisis is far from over.
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New hope on the nuclear horizon?
by Noel Stott |
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. How do other developments, like the Iran Deal, bode for a nuclear-weapon-free world?
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| Events |
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View on Africa: The seven lives of Boko Haram's leader
2 September 2015, Pretoria and online |
David Zounmenou looks at the mystery of Abubakar Shekau’s apparent demise and its impact on the terror group.
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Développement des capacités pour une mise en oeuvre efficace du Traité sur le Commerce des Armes
Date limite de présentation des candidatures: 15 septembre 2015 |
Le but du cours est de contribuer à la réalisation des deux principaux objectifs du TCA.
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National and international perspectives on crime, violence reduction and criminal justice
Registration closing date: 30 August 2015 |
This premier event brings together researchers, academics, policymakers and practitioners with an interest in criminology and related disciplines.
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View on Africa: Terrorism in western Sahel
Briefing notes |
Are responses to the terrorist threat in western Sahel making a difference?
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Is xenophobia the downside to nation building?
Seminar report |
The recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa raise key questions about identity politics and nationalism.
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International justice at a crossroads in Africa
Seminar report |
Africa's current relationship with the ICC will have significant impact on international criminal justice in future.
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| Publications |
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Preventing conflict in Central Africa: ECCAS caught between ambitions, challenges and reality
by Angela Meyer |
ECCAS’ ambitious plans, state-focused structure and militaristic approach may be undermining its ability to address regional peace and security crises.
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| ISS Opportunity |
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African Futures Fellowship
Closing date: 16 September 2015 |
The Fellowship prepares students academically and professionally for careers in high-level policy analysis and planning rooted in quantitative analysis.
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