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  Cameroon: Calming Water-Related Struggles in the Far North 07/10/2025

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  The article “Cameroon: Calming Water-Related Struggles in the Far North” (International Crisis Group, April 2024) examines how climate change, recurre...

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  Country : Cameroon

  Organizations : WATHI
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Academic analysis and Think Tank / Governance, Inclusion, Security and human rights,
Cameroon: Calming Water-Related Struggles in the Far North 07/10/2025
Summary :
The article “Cameroon: Calming Water-Related Struggles in the Far North” (International Crisis Group, April 2024) examines how climate change, recurrent droughts, and demographic pressure intensify tensions among communities (herders, fishermen, farmers) in Cameroon’s Far North region. In 2021, several deadly clashes occurred over contested water access points. The report calls for stronger local water governance mechanisms, promotion of co-management agreements, investment in water infrastructure, and improved intercommunity dialogue. It emphasizes the need for an inclusive approach that addresses climate vulnerabilities and social inequalities to prevent escalating violence.
Keywords :
Governance, Climate change, Security, Conflict, Terrorism, water
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WATHI
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  Mauritania Country Brief 13/06/2025

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  This country profile on Mauritania reviews political, security, economic, and social developments since 2020, focusing on the period under President M...

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  Country : Mauritania

  Organizations : AFD, ICE, PASAS
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State-national agency report / Governance, Security and human rights,
Mauritania Country Brief 13/06/2025
Summary :
This country profile on Mauritania reviews political, security, economic, and social developments since 2020, focusing on the period under President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani. It discusses attempts at democratic reform, ongoing challenges in tackling corruption, and the ambiguous stance on human rights. The document also highlights northern security tensions, refugee reintegration issues, and growing socio-economic inequalities. Additionally, it provides insight into the country's natural resources (gold, iron, gas), pastoralism, and environmental concerns. Finally, the profile emphasizes Mauritania’s complex geopolitical position, straddling North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, Economic Development, Natural ressources, Security, Jihad, Terrorism, Education, Gold, Human security
Organizations :
AFD, ICE, PASAS
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  Mali Country Report 28/08/2025

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  The Mali country profile compiles 479 references spanning governance, security, peace, education, gender, economy, and environment. On governance, it ...

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  Country : Mali

  Organizations : IRD, ICE, PASAS
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Mali Country Report 28/08/2025
Summary :
The Mali country profile compiles 479 references spanning governance, security, peace, education, gender, economy, and environment. On governance, it highlights the democratic backsliding in the Sahel and debates around the “fetishization” of elections, while proposing alternative forms of substantive democracy. The security section (178 references) explores the organization of jihadist groups (JNIM, AQMI), their identity dynamics (notably among the Fulani), resource bases (gold mining, drug trafficking), and counter-responses (local militias, Wagner). Peace and mediation studies emphasize intercommunal dialogue, inclusivity, and the role of civil society and women. Education and youth analyses discuss girls’ access to schooling, gender-based violence, and youth employment. Economic studies examine debt sustainability, the implications of ECOWAS withdrawal, and women’s entrepreneurship. Environmental and pastoralist issues are presented as direct sources of conflict—“polycrises” linking climate change, resource competition, and insecurity. Overall, the report reflects the complexity of Mali’s crises and their regional dimensions
Keywords :
Politics, Political party, Natural ressources, Security, Jihad, Political Violence, Education, Gold, Human security, Threat
Organizations :
IRD, ICE, PASAS
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  The Effectiveness of Defense and Security Forces in the Sahel and West Africa 17/11/2025

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  The article examines the effectiveness of defense and security forces in the Sahel and West Africa amid the rise of terrorist groups. Since the 1990s,...

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  Country : Burkina Faso , Mali , Mauritania , Niger , Benin , Ivory Coste , Togo

  Organizations : WATHI
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The Effectiveness of Defense and Security Forces in the Sahel and West Africa 17/11/2025
Summary :
The article examines the effectiveness of defense and security forces in the Sahel and West Africa amid the rise of terrorist groups. Since the 1990s, structural weaknesses—poor equipment, limited training, and lack of modernization—have undermined national armies’ ability to confront asymmetric threats. Armed groups exploit these vulnerabilities, relying on insurgent and guerrilla tactics that outperform conventional military approaches. The document highlights varied national situations: the fragility of Mali and Burkina Faso, the relative preparedness of Niger, and Mauritania’s successful military reforms. It also emphasizes the shortcomings of foreign operations and the operational limitations of the G5 Sahel Joint Force. The article recommends strengthening military capacities, adopting counter-insurgency doctrines, enhancing cooperation with local communities, improving regional coordination, and investing in intelligence and surveillance.
Keywords :
Governance, Security, Terrorism, Coopération régionale
Organizations :
WATHI
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