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Why societies must protect children if they want fewer criminals
Sunday marks International Day of Non-Violence. Reducing violence should start with protecting and nurturing children. Read more
Weekly briefing
Somalia's elections delayed again
How will postponing elections affect the country`s transition? 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
Publication
South African Crime Quarterly 57
Topics range from politically motivated killings to blood alcohol testing in drunk driver cases. Read more
Publication
The Hague Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation: Relevance to ...
The Hague Code of Conduct regulates ballistic missiles. How will African states benefit from subscribing? Read more
Publication
More than a chip off the block: Strengthening IGAD-AU peacebuilding linkages
How can IGAD partner with the AU and enhance implementation of the African Peace and Security Architecture? Read more
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Elect the Council 2
The UN Security Council can't stay rooted in 70-year-old practices. It's time for change. 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
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 moreZimbabwe'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 morePSC Report
The PSC Report provides in-depth analysis and feedback on the African Union Peace and Security Council's work.
NEW: Africa on the agenda of the UN General Assembly
Crime Hub
South Africa's most complete source of statistics and analysis on crime and safety.
NEW: Raising concerns: SA crime stats 2016
Democracy under threat: Presidential term-limit extensions
Some African leaders are changing laws to extend their terms in office.
Read moreThe 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.
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