The heroin coast: A political economy along the eastern African seaboard
This report examines the characteristics of the heroin trade off the East African coast and highlights the criminal governance systems that...
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ENACT – “Enhancing Africa’s ability to Counter Transnational Crime” – is a project funded by the European Union delivered by a consortium of the Institute for Security Studies, INTERPOL and with the Global Initiative. The project delivers cutting-edge research, policy engagement and capacity building across Africa, through five regional organised crime observatories. Learn more at www.enactafrica.org
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The Crime-Development Paradox: Organised Crime and the SDGs in Africa
Organised crime presents a manifold threat to sustainable development. This is recognised by theSustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2063....
Organised crime in Africa: Africa’s changing place in the global criminal economy
This report is a broad overview of Africa’s multiple and changing connections to global criminal markets. Over the past two decades, Africa’s...
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Europe should rethink its policy on Libya’s organised crime problem
Beyond the ‘migrant crisis’, Europe should recognise the threat posed by illicit markets in Libya. Speaking in Geneva recently, the head of...
Mozambique’s quiet assassination epidemic
The surface of life in Mozambique conceals violent undercurrents that threaten development and stability alike. On 27 March, Mozambican journalist...
Africa must speak with one voice on illegal small arms
The UNPoA is being revised this year. It is crucial for Africa to make the most of this opportunity. This year, Africa faces an important opportunity...
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Global Shining Light Award Winner: Emmanuel Mayah
Every two years, the Global Investigative Journalism Network presents the Global Shining Light Award, a unique prize that honors investigative...
ENACT Regional Organised Crime Observatories: Foundation workshop
In July 2017, the ENACT consortium hosted a foundational expert group meeting in Cape Town. The ENACT flagship activities include the creation of...
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Global Shining Light Award Winner: Emmanuel Mayah
Every two years, the Global Investigative Journalism Network presents the Global Shining Light Award, a unique prize that honors investigative...
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Africa in arms: Taking stock of efforts for improved arms control
This paper examines the current challenges posed by illicit arms flows in Africa and responses by the AU and regional organisations. The future of...
Deadly Profits: Illegal Wildlife Trafficking through Uganda and South Sudan
Countries that act as transit hubs for international wildlife trafficking are a critical, highly profitable part of the illegal wildlife smuggling...
The Mafia in the Park A charcoal syndicate is threatening Virunga, Africa’s oldest national park
An illegal charcoal cartel is helping to finance one of the most prominent militias in central Africa and destroying parts of Africa’s oldest...