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African expertise shapes global decisions
The ISS is in New York to bring African perspectives on violent extremism and migration to global decision making. Read more
ISS Today
Somali elections: much at stake for gender representation
Somali women remain underrepresented in leadership positions; and without serious changes this might worsen after the October elections. Read more
Weekly Briefing
Eritrea coming in from the cold?
Eritrea has launched a campaign to emerge from political and diplomatic isolation. Read more
Seminar
From awareness to action: Africa's blue economy after Lomé
The true test of the Lomé summit will be whether states can implement better maritime strategies. Read more
View on Africa video
Will the Lomé summit boost Africa's maritime security?
After previous postponements, expectations are high for next month's Lomé maritime security summit. Read more
Publication
The dynamics of youth radicalisation in Africa: reviewing the current evidence
Why do young people in Africa join extremist groups? This paper examines the dynamics. Read more
Publication
Zimbabwe's reforms: An exercise in credibility - or pretence?
Despite government commitment, Zimbabwe may not be able to bounce back from its current economic and political challenges. Read more
Infographic
Democracy under threat: Presidential term-limit extensions
Some African leaders are changing laws to extend their terms in office. Read more
Video
Making peacebuilding more effective
Peacebuilding is a long-term process constrained by short-term realities. How can we make it more effective in Africa? Read more
Publication
The AU and the ICGLR in Burundi
The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region was unable to tackle the Burundi conflict at its nascent stage. This report finds out why and offers recommendations. Read more
Exhibition launch
Poisoned Pasts: legacies of SA's chemical and biological warfare programme
This event launches an exhibition that encourages revised perspectives about South Africa's history. Read more
The ISS is an African organisation which enhances human security by providing independent and authoritative research, expert policy advice and capacity building. Read more...
ISS Exclusives
Turning up the volume on Ethiopia?
The Ethiopian government's suppression of political dissidents has attracted little censure. Could that be about to change?
Read moreMali's young 'jihadists': Fuelled by faith or circumstance?
Interviews with 63 youths formerly engaged in 'jihadist' groups challenge preconceived ideas about violent extremism in Mali.
Read morePSC Report
The PSC Report provides in-depth analysis and feedback on the African Union Peace and Security Council's work.
NEW: Can AMISOM exit Somalia responsibly by 2020?
Crime Hub
South Africa's most complete source of statistics and analysis on crime and safety.
NEW: SA crime stats 2015/2016 infographic series
La Force multinationale de lutte contre Boko Haram : quel bilan ?
En dépit des contraintes auxquelles elle est confrontée, la FMM monte progressivement en puissance.
Read moreHow can Africa keep witnesses safer?
The protection of witnesses in Africa remains a challenge that impacts negatively on the rule of law and access to justice.
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