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The Boot is now on the Other Foot: Rwanda's Lessons from Both Sides of Insurgency
Seldom have insurgents - or in this case, former insurgents - given an account on waging and countering insurgency. This article offers a Rwandan case-study of what is needed to fight an insurgency, and ultimately defeat it.
The Struggles for Zimbabwe, South Africa and SADC: Liberation War 'Theology' and Post-Nationalism
Zimbabwe’s post-2000 crisis continues to attract global interest and concern. This article examines the ‘war of ideas’ within Zimbabwe, between Zimbabwe and South Africa and within the region.
Zimbabwe: A Gathering of Discontents
More than a month after the ‘harmonised’ elections in Zimbabwe, the political process remains mired in controversy. International pressure to announce results of the presidential vote has been ignored in favour of a state managed ‘recount’.
George Bush's Legacy in Africa: Hail to the Chief?
An examination of George Bush's record on the African continent
The Naval Contribution to Sustainable Development in West and Central Africa
This article examines some roles, challenges and opportunities for West and Central African navies.
‘None But Ourselves’ - Democratic Design of Security and Defence Policy in Africa
What are the implications for African militaries of the 'revolution in military affairs', and what should they be doing?
Why Africa Will Succeed
In an article based on a speech given at RUSI, Nicky Oppenheimer outlines why we should be optimistic about Africa's future.
Tip of the African Spear - Forging an Expeditionary Capability for a Troubled Continent
The African Union's African Standby Force is a good step forward. However, a lack of training and resources is likely to the key obstacle.
Africa, Terrorism and AFRICOM
Will Africa become a platform for international terrorist activities and how should the United States, in particular, respond to the potential threat?
Guns, not Roses: A New Era for the African Union Forces?
These are the best of times and the worst of times for the African Union and the African Union forces. This is a new era of opportunity and high expectation in the realms of development, governance and conflict resolution.
The US, the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa: Evaluating Past and Re-thinking Future Policies
Following the defeat of Republicans in the US Congress, US foreign policy on Africa will remain relatively static until after 2008.
New Africa: Prospects for Sustainable Peace and Security
African leaders and Africans in general recognize the responsibility of owning our problems and challenges.
A Vision for Britain’s New Role in African Development and Security
Britain is well placed to drive forward the democratization of Africa. It must pursue an economically liberal approach, with sufficient connection to liberal democratic development.
The ICC vs. President Al-Bashir: A Necessary Precedent?
As the International Criminal Courts takes the unprecedented decision to indict Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir, critics claim that the decision will not be as straightforward as may be thought.
Zimbabwe - Tsvangirai's new struggle
Zimbabwe's opposition leader must convince his party he hasn't played into Mugabe's hands
Zimbabwe’s Election: Apocalypse or Rebirth?
Robert Mugabe's options in Zimbabwe are narrowing by the day, and it is surely time for a negotiated settlement
The Ides of December: Securing the 2007 Lisbon EU-AU Summit
The 2007 European Union – African Union summit, which is scheduled to start in Lisbon on 12 November 2007, is already freighted with the weight of great expectations.
Patriotic Blackness: Africa and the Crisis in Zimbabwe
The concept of 'patriotic blackness' is crucial to any understanding of Africa's stance towards Robert Mugabe's regime.
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Articles
The Boot is now on the Other Foot: Rwanda's Lessons from Both Sides of InsurgencySeldom have insurgents - or in this case, former insurgents - given an account on waging and countering insurgency. This article offers a Rwandan case-study of what is needed to fight an insurgency, and ultimately defeat it.
The Struggles for Zimbabwe, South Africa and SADC: Liberation War 'Theology' and Post-NationalismZimbabwe’s post-2000 crisis continues to attract global interest and concern. This article examines the ‘war of ideas’ within Zimbabwe, between Zimbabwe and South Africa and within the region.
Zimbabwe: A Gathering of DiscontentsMore than a month after the ‘harmonised’ elections in Zimbabwe, the political process remains mired in controversy. International pressure to announce results of the presidential vote has been ignored in favour of a state managed ‘recount’.
George Bush's Legacy in Africa: Hail to the Chief?An examination of George Bush's record on the African continent
Lessons Learned From Liberia: Security Sector Reform in a Failed State
This piece establishes the lessons that can be taken from the complex task of security sector reform in Liberia, in order to apply them to future efforts at reform elsewhere.
This piece establishes the lessons that can be taken from the complex task of security sector reform in Liberia, in order to apply them to future efforts at reform elsewhere.
Kenya: Africa's Nightmare Scenario?
The political and humanitarian crisis which has engulfed Kenya following the disputed results of the 27 December 2007 Presidential election has been detrimental to its image and reputation.
The political and humanitarian crisis which has engulfed Kenya following the disputed results of the 27 December 2007 Presidential election has been detrimental to its image and reputation.
Stepping Up to the Challenge: Will EUFOR Chad/CAR Deliver?
The European Union's upcoming military operation in Africa is one of its largest, most ambitious and, hence, most challenging to date.
The European Union's upcoming military operation in Africa is one of its largest, most ambitious and, hence, most challenging to date.
Sudan's Crisis: Going Global
War in Sudan is never straightforward. Multiple and interlocking internal conflicts have drawn in myriad international actors and 'globalized' the violence.
War in Sudan is never straightforward. Multiple and interlocking internal conflicts have drawn in myriad international actors and 'globalized' the violence.
Schismatic Colossus: Nigeria’s Thrust for Greatness
For new Nigerian President Umaru Yar’Adua, the grand strategic objective is to progress from the perception of Nigeria as ‘merely’ a force multiplier, to becoming a stability and development multiplier.
For new Nigerian President Umaru Yar’Adua, the grand strategic objective is to progress from the perception of Nigeria as ‘merely’ a force multiplier, to becoming a stability and development multiplier.
The Naval Contribution to Sustainable Development in West and Central AfricaThis article examines some roles, challenges and opportunities for West and Central African navies.
‘None But Ourselves’ - Democratic Design of Security and Defence Policy in AfricaWhat are the implications for African militaries of the 'revolution in military affairs', and what should they be doing?
Why Africa Will SucceedIn an article based on a speech given at RUSI, Nicky Oppenheimer outlines why we should be optimistic about Africa's future.
Tip of the African Spear - Forging an Expeditionary Capability for a Troubled ContinentThe African Union's African Standby Force is a good step forward. However, a lack of training and resources is likely to the key obstacle.
Africa, Terrorism and AFRICOMWill Africa become a platform for international terrorist activities and how should the United States, in particular, respond to the potential threat?
Guns, not Roses: A New Era for the African Union Forces?These are the best of times and the worst of times for the African Union and the African Union forces. This is a new era of opportunity and high expectation in the realms of development, governance and conflict resolution.
The US, the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa: Evaluating Past and Re-thinking Future PoliciesFollowing the defeat of Republicans in the US Congress, US foreign policy on Africa will remain relatively static until after 2008.
New Africa: Prospects for Sustainable Peace and SecurityAfrican leaders and Africans in general recognize the responsibility of owning our problems and challenges.
A Vision for Britain’s New Role in African Development and SecurityBritain is well placed to drive forward the democratization of Africa. It must pursue an economically liberal approach, with sufficient connection to liberal democratic development.
Feeling Good or Getting Better: Options for Security and Development in Africa
Africa enjoys no security and no development. This is not a new problem, but solutions are available.
Africa enjoys no security and no development. This is not a new problem, but solutions are available.
From London to Lusaka: Lessons for the War on Terror
The relative marginalization of Africa has rendered the continent a breeding ground for greater international security threats.
The relative marginalization of Africa has rendered the continent a breeding ground for greater international security threats.
Africa and the Value of International Summitry
The development plight of Africa’s people is too important to become a tool for political evangelism or to be left up to summits.
The development plight of Africa’s people is too important to become a tool for political evangelism or to be left up to summits.
Sudan: End of the Longest War?
A rich, detailed report and historical background of the current situation in Sudan based on a visit in December 2004.
A rich, detailed report and historical background of the current situation in Sudan based on a visit in December 2004.
Recognizing Somaliland: Forward Step in Countering Terrorism?
Recognizing Somaliland is consistent with the imperatives driving global counter-terrorism.
Recognizing Somaliland is consistent with the imperatives driving global counter-terrorism.
Africa and the War on Terror
Far more people have been killed by domestic terrorists in Africa’s civil wars than by those motivated by international causes. Thus, for Africans, the real terrorist problems are internal.
Far more people have been killed by domestic terrorists in Africa’s civil wars than by those motivated by international causes. Thus, for Africans, the real terrorist problems are internal.
Securing the Horn of Africa: An Update of US Activity in the Red Sea Region
Al Qaida, 9/11, Yemen
Al Qaida, 9/11, Yemen
Sierra Leone - Saving Africa from Another Disaster
Sierra Leone was an utterly predictable but ultimately unpredicted crisis. It should be the last such disaster, not only for the good of Africa, but for the credibility of the UN as well.
Sierra Leone was an utterly predictable but ultimately unpredicted crisis. It should be the last such disaster, not only for the good of Africa, but for the credibility of the UN as well.
Keeping the African Peace In the 21st Century
Saif Al Islam Al Qadhafi, son of Libyan leader Muammar Qadhafi and heir-apparent, outlines his thoughts on peace and security on the African continent.
Saif Al Islam Al Qadhafi, son of Libyan leader Muammar Qadhafi and heir-apparent, outlines his thoughts on peace and security on the African continent.
From Warfare to Welfare and Back? The SA National Defence Force Ten Years On
Part II – Readiness and the Challenges Ahead. Can the SANDF play its part in democratic South Africa’s ambitious foreign policy schemes for African stability, growth and recovery – what has been coined by Thabo Mbeki as an African renaissance’
Part II – Readiness and the Challenges Ahead. Can the SANDF play its part in democratic South Africa’s ambitious foreign policy schemes for African stability, growth and recovery – what has been coined by Thabo Mbeki as an African renaissance’
Europe in Africa: Neither Paternalism nor Disengagement
Europe, Africa, Defence Policy, Armed Forces
Europe, Africa, Defence Policy, Armed Forces
Commentary
The ICC vs. President Al-Bashir: A Necessary Precedent?As the International Criminal Courts takes the unprecedented decision to indict Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir, critics claim that the decision will not be as straightforward as may be thought.
Zimbabwe - Tsvangirai's new struggleZimbabwe's opposition leader must convince his party he hasn't played into Mugabe's hands
RUSI Africa Programme on Al-Jazeera
Knox Chitiyo, the head of RUSI's Africa Programme, gives his analysis of the situation in Zimbabwe after the general elections.
Knox Chitiyo, the head of RUSI's Africa Programme, gives his analysis of the situation in Zimbabwe after the general elections.
Zimbabwe’s Election: Apocalypse or Rebirth?Robert Mugabe's options in Zimbabwe are narrowing by the day, and it is surely time for a negotiated settlement
The Ides of December: Securing the 2007 Lisbon EU-AU SummitThe 2007 European Union – African Union summit, which is scheduled to start in Lisbon on 12 November 2007, is already freighted with the weight of great expectations.
Sierra Leone poised to stand alone
The longer international assistance lasts, the more dependent the country will become, write Greg Mills and Terence McNamee
The longer international assistance lasts, the more dependent the country will become, write Greg Mills and Terence McNamee
Patriotic Blackness: Africa and the Crisis in ZimbabweThe concept of 'patriotic blackness' is crucial to any understanding of Africa's stance towards Robert Mugabe's regime.
Somalia: Swimming with Crocodiles
Somalia’s intrastate conflict has escalated and been manipulated into an interstate and intrastate conflict, which has in turn been folded into a global conflict.
Somalia’s intrastate conflict has escalated and been manipulated into an interstate and intrastate conflict, which has in turn been folded into a global conflict.
Zimbabwe’s Crisis: What Next?
Although Zimbabwe’s problems are attributable to a multiplicity of internal and external factors, the real issue is the question of whether or not President Mugabe should step down; and if so, when?
Although Zimbabwe’s problems are attributable to a multiplicity of internal and external factors, the real issue is the question of whether or not President Mugabe should step down; and if so, when?
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