ARTICLES
Ethiopia's security in question: The rise of the Oromians
Following six months of protests in Oromia, the S-RM East Africa Team examines the Oromo movement and potential for sustained insecurity in Ethiopia.
Following six months of protests in Oromia, the S-RM East Africa Team examines the Oromo movement and potential for sustained insecurity in Ethiopia.
Recent terrorist activity in Tanzania has shone new light on the terrorism threat in the country, as these events highlight growing sympathy with Islamic State in the region, writes Gabrielle Reid
Despite an increase in US airstrikes against Al Shabaab targets in Somalia in March 2016, the recent increase in tempo does not represent a major shift in US strategy, argues Harriet Pape.
The peace process in South Sudan aimed at ending the ongoing civil war is faltering. Despite protracted efforts, there appears to be little peace to keep in the country now facing new sources of conflict, writes Gabrielle Reid.
Increased regional cooperation in the fight against Boko Haram has yielded some positive results, but participating countries will need to significantly improve their counterterrorism capabilities to stand a chance at eradicating the group, writes Gabrielle Reid.
A slow start to the new presidency has caused investors to fret. The real work is yet to begin, writes Paul Adams.
In an unprecedented decision, on 1 September Kenya's Supreme Court annulled, by a margin of 4 to 2, President Kenyatta's election victory of the previous month. As Kenya waits for the re-run, currently scheduled for 17 October, Ben Connery considers the impact on Kenya's longer-term political and economic prospects.
Having won office on a campaign of zero tolerance for graft and the promise of government efficiency, Tanzanian President John Magufuli's populist fervor has since turned to the country's mining sector. While it is clear the incumbent has long-term development goals in mind, short-term losses in investor confidence will prove costly, writes Gabrielle…
The ruling administration faces significant challenges ahead of the general elections in 2018, including calls for a united opposition, unprecedented civil unrest and deepening fractions within the party. The volatile situation is likely to make for a violent election season, writes Reinet Loubser
The second quarter of 2017 has seen a resurgence in Somalia-based pirate attacks against commercial vessels. This comes as key partners prematurely scale back counterpiracy operations despite onshore drivers of this maritime threat, writes Gabrielle Reid
Although Kenya has experienced an increase in Al Shabaab attacks in its northern counties in recent months, fears regarding a potential resurgence in high-profile kidnap and ransom initiatives may be premature, writes Reinet Loubser