The recent cross border attack on Ben Guerdane was widely misinterpreted as an expansionist move by Islamic State into Tunisia. Radicalisation and returning foreign fighters pose the greater threat to Tunisia, writes Francesca Fazey.
The March 2016 by-election in Kericho proved fundamental in assessing the current standing of the ruling Jubilee's administration ahead of the 2017 general election, writes Gabrielle Reid.
There is widespread optimism in Latin America following relatively peaceful elections in Argentina, Haiti, Guatemala, and Colombia. However, upcoming legislative elections in Venezuela are likely to sour the mood, writes Lloyd Belton.
Recent attacks against Portuguese nationals have raised concerns that kidnapping is becoming an increasingly attractive and lucrative activity for criminal groups in Mozambique. These attacks could reflect a widening organised crime network in the country, writes Gabrielle Reid.
The impending elections on the continent are unlikely to usher in the leadership change many anticipate, writes Gabrielle Reid.
On 22 January, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia died at the age of 90 following a short illness, writes Julian Karssen.
Kidnappings in the region highlight the complex links between poverty, crime, militancy, and terrorist financing.
The murder of a Korean businessman shines a light on abuses of power by Philippine police.
Reform and regime consolidation in Uzbekistan share much of the same path, what comes next is key, writes Tim Geschwindt.
In addition to the direct threat posed by cyber-criminals and state-actors engaged in illicit online activities, firms should also be aware of how cyber-extortion can have reputational and regulatory implications as well.
Just over a year ago, most commentators believed that Donald Trump's presidency would mark an easing of strained relations between the US and Russia. Trump's rhetoric throughout his campaign bolstered this assumption: “I would love to be able to get along with Russia. Now, you've had a lot of presidents that haven't taken that tack. Look where we are…