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Conflict & Resilience Monitor

Feature Articles​ on COVID-19

During the global crisis ACCORD's analysis will be focus on the impact of the pandemic on conflict potential in Africa

Stabilising Eastern DRC: Strategic Options for the UN, AU and its RECs

  • Gwinyayi Dzinesa

Amid dire circumstances, there is a summitry consensus on the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the complex eastern DRC conflict and the involvement of key stakeholders such as the UN, AU and the RECs/RMs.

28 Feb 2025

A Critical Analysis of Lesotho’s Quest for its Conquered Territory

  • Batlokoa Makong

The reclamation of conquered territory by Lesotho’s Parliament, pursuant to the United Nations (UN) Resolution 1817 (XVII), is a matter that requires a thorough analysis and deep reflection

28 Feb 2025

Pathways to Peace in a Complex World: Ramaphosa, Trump, and Avoiding a Dialogue of the Deaf

  • Erin McCandless

Ramaphosa positions South Africa as a champion of diplomacy, negotiation and international law, contrasts sharply from the nationalist exceptionalism shaping US President Donald Trump’s agenda

28 Feb 2025

Navigating Security Challenges in the Horn of Africa: The Interplay of Climate Change, Resource Scarcity and Regional Stability

  • Abraham Ename Minko

The Horn of Africa is a region marked by a complex tapestry of challenges, where political instability, economic underdevelopment, and social fragmentation intersect. In recent years, the impacts of climate change have emerged as a significant factor e …

28 Feb 2025

African Military Marxism: Is its Past its Future?

  • Adam Mayer

Mapping the history of Marxist theory in sub-Saharan Africa

20 Dec 2024
20 Dec 2024

The impact of conflict on women and children in Sudan

  • Michlene Mongae

Food insecurity in the context of the Sudan conflict.

20 Dec 2024

Reflections on the 2024 Elections in Southern Africa

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Dissecting the electoral outcomes, trends and prospects for the SADC region.

20 Dec 2024

Why Climate Change, Peace and Security is a priority for the African Union

  • Alhaji Sarjoh Bah

The African Union’s Efforts to Address Climate Change, Peace, and Security

29 Nov 2024

Climate Change and Geopolitics: Bridging Promises and Possibilities for African Youth

  • Kopano Moraka

Youth reflections on the COP 29 outcomes.

29 Nov 2024
Karabo Mokgonyana

The Role of Fossil Fuel and Renewable Energy Projects in Conflict Across Africa

  • Karabo Mokgonyana

Inclusive approaches to improving the governance and impact of fossil fuel and renewable energy projects.

29 Nov 2024
Cedric de Coning

Building Resilience and Greening the Economy: Integrating Climate, Peace, and Security into Zambia’s Capacity to Adapt to Climate Change

  • Gracsious Maviza
  • Cedric de Coning

Finding the right balance between adaptation and mitigation.

29 Nov 2024
Cedric de Coning

Civil-Military Coordination and Adaptive Peacebuilding

  • Col. (Ret.) Christopher Holshek 
  • Cedric de Coning

Civilian and locally-led peacebuilding.

31 Oct 2024
Andrea Prah

Key Takeaways from the African Regional Consultation on the 2025 Review of the UN Peacebuilding Architecture

  • Andrea Prah

Recommendations to enhance peacebuilding efforts on the African continent.

31 Oct 2024

Beyond the Gavel: Harnessing Alternative Election Dispute Resolution for Electoral Justice

  • Taona Mwanyisa

Constructive resolution of electoral disputes to safeguard electoral integrity.

31 Oct 2024

Clearing the Path: Addressing Landmines in the Climate-Conflict Nexus

  • Francesca Caruso

Linking landmines, environmental degradation, and climate change in the context of war.

31 Oct 2024
Cedric de Coning

The impacts of climate change on social cohesion and stability in Southern Africa

  • Siyaxola Gadu
  • Ashleigh Basel
  • Gracsious Maviza
  • Cedric de Coning

Developing effective strategies to prevent and mitigate the risks caused by climate change to social cohesion.

30 Sep 2024

Bringing women to the table. The evolution of FemWise-Africa

  • Camille Vern

Showcasing the unique experiences and expertise of women in mediation.

30 Sep 2024

ACCORD recognizes its longstanding partnerships with the European Union, and the Governments of Canada, Finland, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, UK, and USA.

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