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23 Apr 2025 / by Maram Mahdi

Could anchor states benefit Africa’s Peace and Security Council?

Recent PSC elections revived debates about whether membership should favour inclusion and fairness or regional capacity and influence.

22 Apr 2025 / by Raoul Sumo Tayo

Political promises haven’t solved Congo-Brazzaville’s illegal medicine trade

The country faces a public health crisis characterised by a poor supply of affordable medicines and too few pharmacies.

17 Apr 2025 / by William Assanvo & Jeannine Ella Abatan

Women, illicit activities and terrorism: what are the risks for West Africa?

Understanding women’s role in illicit activities is key to reducing their likelihood of becoming associated with violent extremists.

16 Apr 2025 / by Karen Allen

AI and Africa’s ‘counterfeit’ journalists

AI technology is ‘shooting the messenger’ by impersonating professional journalists to gain credibility for false narratives.

15 Apr 2025 / by Ibrahim Barrie, Dawit Yohannes, Emmaculate A Liaga, Tsion Belay Alene & Meressa Kahsu

New AU leaders must articulate a bold vision for Africa’s peace operations

A clear vision for peace operations should redefine the complementary roles of the AU and the UN.

14 Apr 2025 / by Célestin Delanga

Balancing economics and security on the Nigeria-Cameroon border

The two countries must cooperate to stop Boko Haram from taking advantage of open borders to revive their operations.