While smaller African countries have been removed, South Africa – with its advanced economy – remains greylisted.
This report identifies four types of kidnapping closely linked to conflict dynamics and violent extremist group expansion.
Surrounded by countries in conflict, the cross-border area has become a hub for gun-running.
This report maps the impact and expansion of violent extremist groups in the country's Kayes and Koulikoro regions.
Caution is crucial in airstrikes to prevent tragic accidents like the recent bombing in Kaduna State.
African countries must exercise economic prudence and geopolitical tact to minimise war-induced disruptions.
The region needs civil and military collaboration to bolster security and protect citizens.
Lessons on incentivising former fighters and associates to disengage can be useful to other affected countries.
This report examines how extremists infiltrate local economies to fund, recruit and replenish themselves.
A lack of documented evidence leaves the continent vulnerable and ill-equipped to shape an evolving policy debate.
New ISS research shows how violent extremists in northern Benin and northern Côte d'Ivoire obtain resources for their activities.
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