Exploring regional and international peacekeeping efforts in Africa.
Africa
African Region
Water Privatization – Part 2 of 2
Steven Chadwick discusses the problems associated with privatization as a means by which to deal with water scarcity.
Bitcoin: A Look at the Controversial Cryptocurrency
Kyle Chatterson takes a look at what bitcoin is, the misconceptions surrounding it, and why some think it could change the world.
Water Privatization – Part 1 of 2
Public resource or private commodity? Steven Chadwick examines some of the potential benefits of water privatization.
Social Media, Violence, and Terrorism
Alia El Didi examines how various terrorist organizations utilize social media to recruit and promote their ideology.
Acronyms Don’t Build Political Blocs
Ian Whytock discusses the pitfalls of grouping economies together that have very little in common.
NATO, China, and Somali Piracy: A Missed Opportunity?
As the EU and China step up joint activities in the Gulf of Aden, Paul Pryce discusses the need for closer NATO-China relations.
‘Mother Courage’: The Rise of African Female Heads of State
Ashley Boyes looks at the rise of African Female Heads of State.
Election Time in Africa’s Narco-State
After repeated postponement, Guinea-Bissau is holding new elections. Paul Pryce looks at the implications for this troubled country.
Lessons from Mali: ECOWAS Under Review
As ECOWAS undergoes a process of review on the 35th anniversary of its founding, Paul Pryce offers some ideas for reform.