The 16th BRICS Summit—Implications for Western Dominance and the Rise of the Global South
The 16th BRICS Summit, hosted in Kazan, Russia, from October 22-24, 2024, was a milestone within the shifting global power […]
The Escalating Crisis in Eastern DRC: Reflections to Address the Protracted Situation
The escalating situation in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since late January 2025 with the
ISIS’s Recruitment of Foreign Fighters in Somalia – Implications for Regional Security and Al-Shabaab’s Dominance
Somalia has long been a focal point in the global fight against terrorism, with Al-Shabaab dominating the extremist landscape for
Challenges to Democracy? The Stakes of the 2025 Elections in Burundi
As the 2025 Burundi elections approach, the country’s political landscape remains fraught with challenges that threaten the core principles of
The Future Of Kenya’s Environmental Diplomacy
The 2014 Kenya’s Foreign Policy document laid a strong foundation and clearer framework for her international diplomatic engagements. The document
Egypt’s Security Pact with Somalia and Its Regional Implications in the Horn of Africa
In August 2024, Egypt and Somalia signed a security pact[1], introducing significant changes to the Horn of Africa’s geopolitical landscape.
Security dynamics in the digital era: A case of Kenya
The digital era has profoundly transformed the security landscape across the globe, with the internet and associated social media platforms
Curbing Wildlife Crimes along Kenya-Tanzania Border
Kajiado’s Governor, Joseph Ole Lenku, on 30 March 2024 raised concerns over the killing of super-tusker elephants within the Amboseli
Prospects and potential challenges for the new AU-led post-ATMIS Peace Support mission in Somalia
In adopting United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 2741 (2024) on June 28, 2024, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)
Security Implications of al-Shabaab and Houthi Collaboration in the Gulf of Aden
Recent reports from senior United States Defense officials indicate that the increasing collaboration between al-Shabaab and Houthi militants is threatening
Strengthening Regional Peace-building Initiatives: Kenya’s Role in Mediating the Sudanese Conflict
Sudan’s ongoing 13-month war continues to tilt towards genocide, recording the highest amount of displaced persons.[1] This is despite both
Climate-linked extremism in Somalia
While there exists no direct link between terrorism and climate change, there is a positive relationship between the two that