From Preaching to Posting: The Psychology of Violent Extremist Recruitment in West Africa
Across West Africa, particularly in the Sahel, violent extremism is no longer just a problem of conflict zones, it is...
Leveraging Traditional Leadership for National Security: A Community-Centred Approach to Counter Violent Extremism in Ghana
Introduction The persistent and growing strength of violent extremist organisations in the Sahel threatens to worsen the humanitarian crisis and...
Slums and Security in Africa: A Growing Threat
Slums, informal settlements typically characterised by inadequate housing, poor sanitation, and limited access to essential services, are a pressing urban...
From Click to Carnage: How the Internet Fuels the Rise of Lone-Wolf Terrorism
Introduction The radicalisation journey of a lone-wolf terrorist often begins not with a clandestine meeting or whispered conversation, but with...
The Islamic State’s African Footprint: A Deepening Threat to Regional Stability
Since its dramatic emergence in 2015, the Islamic State (IS) has evolved from a centralised proto-state headquartered in Iraq and...
AI as Disinformation Campaign Tool and Danger to Society
Just like the invention of the Internet and other information technology tools, which have now become part and parcel of...
The Dangers of Public Judgement Before Due Process in Ghana
Introduction Public opinion shaped by media coverage now represents a critical external challenge for Ghana's judicial system beyond courtroom pressures....
Okada Operations In Ghana; Economic Necessity Or Security Risk
Introduction The "Okadas" motorcycle taxi system simulates intense public discussions throughout Ghana. Okadas emerged from Nigerian origins during the 1990s...
Aux Armes, Citoyens? Rethinking Civilian Armament In Ghana’s Counter-Terrorism Strategy
In the stirring call of France’s revolutionary anthem La Marseillaise, citizens are “called to arms” and urged to “form your...
The Genesis of Deteriorating Security in the Sahel
Introduction The Sahel region, comprising countries such as Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, is grappling with escalating insecurity stemming from...
