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1 – 10 of 60This has sparked the growth of ethnic Zarma self-defence militias, known locally as ‘zankai’. These militias reflect broader communal self-defence efforts, often arising because…
GHANA: North faces jihadist and ethnic conflict risk
ETHIOPIA: Al-Shabaab incursion suggests wider ambition
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES271739
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The offensive represents al-Shabaab’s most serious foray into Ethiopia thus far, and offers a stark reminder of the potent risk the jihadist group may pose to Ethiopia.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB271784
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The ongoing violence centres on disputes between the Mamprusi and Kusasi communities over control of the local chieftaincy. In the current context of increasing jihadist…
When his latest term started, the president hinted that he might consider negotiations with al-Shabaab, and he still says he remains open to this. However, following a major…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB272845
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However, several factors may reduce the risk of violence.
ETHIOPIA: Tigray progress may fan ruling party tension
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES277950
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Displacement has shot up drastically since early 2019, thanks to insecurity in the north and east of the country, especially. Besides the serious short-term impacts on the economy…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB257311
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MALI: Communal divisions will deepen in centre