Civil Society
Friday, May 8, 2015 - 05:22
At first glance, the constitutional crisis in Burundi appears to embody the very worst of African politics, to encapsulate all the negative stereotypes about leadership and power on this continent. The author of the article argues, that the situation is quite the opposite, and the events in Burundi show the progress of African civil society.
Friday, May 8, 2015 - 05:14
A growing political crisis is threatening to plunge Burundi into renewed bloodshed a decade after it emerged from civil war, with over 40,000 people already fleeing the country, officials say.
Tuesday, May 5, 2015 - 07:06
Rwanda's foreign minister said on Tuesday she was concerned about neighbouring Burundi's clampdown on more than a week of protests against its president's decision to seek a third term in office. President Pierre Nkurunziza's announcement that he would stand in a June 26 vote has plunged Burundi into its worst political crisis since its ethnically fueled civil war.
Monday, May 4, 2015 - 07:37
The work of the International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) played a crucial role in Guatemala’s recent successes against corruption. In this Q&A, the INTERNATIONAL CRISIS GROUP’s Guatemala Analyst ARTURO MATUTE explains what this UN-backed body’s investigations have revealed, and how it should fulfil its mission to promote accountability and strengthen rule of law in one of the world’s most violent countries.
Monday, May 4, 2015 - 06:20
The trip to the east African nation is the first high-level visit since 2012, and comes after years of tensions surrounding Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta being charged by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity.
Tuesday, April 28, 2015 - 07:29
In just over a year, Ukraine has seen a political revolution, two elections (one presidential, one parliamentary), an economic collapse and a Russian invasion resulting in a “hybrid war” that has ravaged the country. Its new western-leaning government has struggled to maintain sovereignty as well as stability.
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 06:33
Kenya rights groups condemned Tuesday the suspension of two key Muslim civil society organisations for suspected links to Somalia's Al-Qaeda-linked Shebab, saying it will damage efforts to counter extremism.
Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 06:46
The United States said on Wednesday it had information of "possible terrorist threats" to locations frequented by Westerners in Uganda's capital, Kampala, and warned that an attack could take place soon.
Monday, March 23, 2015 - 06:54
In light of the deteriorating security situation in Yemen, the United States government has decided to relocate all remaining personnel out of Yemen. President Hadi has been informed of the decision.
Monday, March 16, 2015 - 21:23
This post was compiled by the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) Intern Alejandro Urruti Heath. It provides an overview of news related to security issues in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Centeral America, Colombia, Cuba, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela