Open Call for papers and panels for the #MIASA Policy Conference on „Dealing with #conflict, preparing for #sustainable #peace“ on 11-12 December 2024 at University of Ghana Submission deadline: 1 September 2024; In collab. with German Institute for Global and Area Studies The KAIPTC LECIAD(official); miasa.ug.edu.gh/event/policy-c…

I am proud to announce a new piece I wrote for United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research - an attempt to "map" the #BokoHaram jihadi factions in the Lake Chad Basin - pin down their core areas on a map, retrace the history of factionalism, identify key leaders, assess functioning... unidir.org/publication/bo…

Cameroon-Recommend Nalova Akua well-researched and objective piece "What Were You Expecting-a Bloodless War?" on Ambazonia conflict. Good to see in widely read The Guardian as this struggle for justice has largely disappeared from international media. theguardian.com/global-develop…

Déclaration au sujet de l’escalade de la violence dans l’Est de la République démocratique du Congo canada.ca/fr/affaires-mo…

PhD done ✅!! Merci à mon jury et mon directeur de thèse! Magnifique expérience intellectuelle qui débouche sur l’obtention d’un doctorat à l’école de criminologue de l’Université de Montréal. #Grateful

Le Canada condamne les violations flagrantes de l'intégrité territoriale et de la souveraineté de la RDC et de la Charte des Nations Unies. Lisez notre déclaration : canada.ca/fr/affaires-mo…

Le Canada lance sa première stratégie mondiale pour l’Afrique : un partenariat pour une prospérité et une sécurité partagées Lisez le texte intégral ici: ow.ly/5ivL50VbVhg

Today, we commemorate 62 years of the African Union, celebrate Africa’s rich cultural heritage and recognize the enduring contributions of the over 1.3 million Canadians of African descent. We wish everyone celebrating, a happy #AfricaDay.

Le Canada salue l'accord de paix signé aujourd'hui entre le Rwanda et la RDC avec le soutien des États-Unis et du Qatar. Nous exhortons toutes les parties à honorer les engagements qu'elles ont pris en vertu de l'accord.

Democratic Africa, or the Great Misunderstanding lydiepeace.substack.com/p/democratic-a…

It has been an amazing day watching #CameroonDecides2025 . The spirit of the Cameroonian people to make their voices heard & monitor the vote is inspiring. Things are fluid & voting occurred at 3,1653 polling stations. Only the ruling party had agents at them all.

"I watched my advisor publish 21 papers in 1 year. Meanwhile, I spent 8 months on a single study that might never see daylight. I felt like I was failing at academia." A PhD friend told me yesterday ⤴️ Then she shared what changed her perspective completely. Those 21 papers

Cameroon opposition leaders arrested as protests erupt over election results - washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/… via The Washington Post

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Four killed in Cameroon protests ahead of election results, opposition says reuters.com/world/africa/f…

For the sake of transparency & credibility, results should be made available per polling station, department, province! Rumours of close to 100% participation & support for the incumbent in the NOSO provinces for example undermine the legitimacy of the official results!?

#Cameroon stands at a crossroads: election fraud and a violent crackdown demand global attention. Hear Cameroonian democracy champion Rebecca Enonchong's powerful call for change in our latest The Resistance Bureau episode—listen, share, and stand in solidarity: youtube.com/watch?v=AUKIXP…

There is something to be said about the enduring power of satire in defending human rights and highlighting abuses to global audiences. Here, Gado Cartoons highlights cruelty in #Tanzania, but it can inspire change and give new voice to those who need it most. #FreeTanzania🇹🇿

OPINION: African Union failed Tanzania and Cameroon after elections standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/articl…

Email from Canada Post: “Joyful Season” “Happy Holidays” Everything except Merry Christmas. The only reason we all get paid time off, is because Jesus Christ was born. Say it. Accept it. Respect it. Let’s say “Merry Christmas” again.