Xenophobic Violence and Human Security in South Africa: Causes and Consequences
Research has revealed that xenophobic violence is a long-standing feature of democratic South Africa. Violent incidents were recorded since 1994,...
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The Political Economy of Insecurity in Mali: Armed Groups, Resources, and State Fragility
Decisions taken by Mali’s ruling junta — including the withdrawal from ECOWAS in January 2025 — have deepened Mali’s regional...
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Laas Geel, Somalia
Laas Geel is located in northern Somalia (within the region administratively known as the self-declared Republic of Somaliland). Situated approximately 55 kilometres northeast of the regional capital, Hargeisa, the site comprises granite rock formations and cliffs containing a number of caves and natural rock shelters. These caves and shelters feature colourful paintings and murals that are exceptionally well-preserved.
Lakes Of Ounianga, Chad
The Lakes of Ounianga are located in the northeastern part of Chad, within the Ennedi region, occupying a geographical area in the heart of the Sahara Desert, characterised by extreme...
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Nok Caves, Togo
The Nok Caves are located in the far north of Togo, specifically within the Tandjouaré Prefecture of the Savanes Region. Geographically, these caves are spread along a high rocky cliff...
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The Land of Punt (modern Somalia, Eritrea, Ethiopia, or eastern Sudan)
The Land of Punt is one of the most controversial geographical and political entities in the study of ancient history and Egyptology. Known in ancient Egyptian texts as Ta Netjer...
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Avenue of the Baobabs, Madagascar
This area serves as an open laboratory for botanists and geologists. Researchers collect baobab wood samples (using non-destructive techniques) for stable isotope analysis, helping to understand the climatic changes Madagascar...
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The Political Economy of Insecurity in Mali: Armed Groups, Resources, and State Fragility
Decisions taken by Mali’s ruling junta — including the withdrawal from ECOWAS in January 2025 — have deepened Mali’s regional...
Politics & Society
Nigeria arrests ex-power minister Mamman after 75-year graft sentence
Nigeria's anti-graft agency has arrested former power minister Saleh Mamman, days after a court sentenced him in absentia to 75 years in...
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Senegal prosecutor rejects accusations police tortured and killed student
A Senegalese public prosecutor claimed on Tuesday that a student, who protesters have said was killed by the police, in...
