Facebook’s revelation about fake accounts designed to influence elections shows the risks for Africa’s already fragile democracies.
Institute for Security Studies
Politics and Society SADC’s anti-sanctions call shows disregard for Zimbabweans’ needs
Rather than grandstanding, SADC should back a re-engagement process to negotiate a solution to sanctions.
Politics and Society Africa’s international crimes court is still a pipe dream
Despite adopting the Malabo Protocol five years ago, efforts by African states to establish the court have stalled.
Politics and Society Libya’s war becomes a tech battleground
Foreign intervention has brought drones, cyber-attacks and social media propaganda that foreshadow the future of armed conflict.
Politics and Society Xenophobia, like racism, must be treated as a crime
Persecuting foreigners is contrary to SA’s constitutional promise that the country belongs to all who live in it.
Politics and Society Africa’s youth stand up to seasoned politicians
Bobi Wine’s political movement in Uganda shows how organised youth groups can challenge the status quo.
Politics and Society Can South Africa repair its image damaged by xenophobia?
SA needs to end the denialism around xenophobia and engage in frank dialogue with its continental partners.
Politics and Society South Africa’s problems are not caused by foreigners
Concrete measures to strengthen the rule of law are necessary to prevent outbreaks of public violence.
Politics and Society Proceed with caution: Africa’s growing foreign military presence
Will countries heed the AU Peace and Security Council’s concerns about foreign military bases on the continent?