As deals are done ahead of the next election, citizens should demand more than ethnic alliances and populist rhetoric.

This monograph considers how contrasting memories of the past contribute to discord and conflict in the country.

The Southern African Development Community’s six-year-old reform process is in jeopardy.

This report explores how violent extremists in northern Benin use illicit activities to finance and grow their operations.

This report examines how extremists infiltrate local economies to fund, recruit and replenish themselves.

Relative peace provides a chance to boost production and trade, and help prevent communities being recruited by Boko Haram.

West African countries can benefit from lessons on incentivising defections, gender sensitivity and community inclusion.

The continent cannot afford a situation where states’ use of private companies becomes the norm.

European Union-funded efforts encourage Sahelian governments to prioritise border protection over the protection of people on the move.

Leaving the post vacant for nearly a year casts doubt on the AU’s commitment to the majority of Africa’s people.

An in-depth understanding of the factors driving murder in each province will enable South Africa to respond more effectively.

Risk factors for OCSEA are prevalent and increasing across the ECOWAS region.