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The Center for African Security Studies

The Center for African Security Studies is a research institute dedicated to African security and political affairs. Its goal is to provide reliable insight on developments in the security landscape, conflicts and political dynamics across the African continent, to help readers gain a deeper understanding of the reality of African countries.

  • Its research focuses on the dynamics of governance, ethnic and political tensions, as well as the relationships between armed groups,
  • with a goal of informing strategies to enhance governance and promote peace and stability.
  • The center’s research is aimed at policy-makers, researchers and organizations in various security, strategic and political fields, as well as the general public.

Thematic Areas

  • Political Analysis: The center provides reports and analysis on political developments in African countries and their immediate and long-term implications.
  • Regional Disputes and Conflicts: Our team provides regular, up-to-date reports on armed conflicts, civil wars, ethnic and religious rebellions, coups and border conflicts.
  • Tracking Jihadist Groups: Our team monitors the activities of jihadist groups and networks, analyzing their roots and the dynamics that fuel them and help them expand. It examines both their current presence and scenarios for future movements, as well as proposing mechanisms for tackling extremist threats on the continent.
  • Strategic Visions: The Center provides analyses of African security, foreign interventions in African affairs and their strategic impact, as well as the roles that states, regional alliances, and international organizations can play.
  • Development and the Economy: The Center offers in-depth analyzes and insights into the challenges facing development and economies across the African continent, as well as the immediate and long-term impacts of these dynamics on security and stability.

Our Values

Credibility, Accuracy, Inclusiveness, Transparency

Our Message

The Center for African Security Studies is a leading source of in-depth analysis and accurate information on the security situation on the African continent, providing well-informed recommendations on security and political challenges.

Vision

The Center for African Security Studies is rooted in the belief that a holistic approach is needed to provide credible, accurate analysis of security dynamics across Africa. Such a methodology goes beyond traditional visions of military and political security matters to understand and take into account the factors driving economic, social and environmental security. With this approach, the Center aims to empower analysts, social leaders and the international community to develop comprehensive strategies for addressing security challenges in Africa. The Center strives to be a reliable research platform providing in-depth analysis and accurate information on the security situation and on political and strategic realities across the African continent, in order to enhance awareness and understanding of the challenges and opportunities the continent offers, as well as presenting recommendations and solutions to promote peace, stability and prosperity there.