Focusing on conflicts in the Sahel, West- and North Africa, articles and analyses in this dossier aim to untangle the multitude of interlinked factors that impact on the ongoing conflicts in the region. As such, ‘Sahel Watch’ provides important insights for policy-makers and practitioners alike.
The question is whether this strategy of decapitation works or not. We argue that at best it is a tactical achievement which could have unintended consequences.
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29 June, 2020
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Sahelian states facing instability might be better served by opening dialogue with jihadist groups than arming their populations.
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25 February, 2020
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The massacre of Fulani in central Mali on 23 March marks a grave, new turn in the conflict. How did we get here?
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10 April, 2019
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The Sahel has become a nest of instability where terrorism, drug trafficking, smuggling, corruption and many other illnesses have taken root.
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21 November, 2018
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The international community and G5 states should evaluate their objectives and commitment to the force to meet the needs of local populations.
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21 February, 2018
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Recent research shows that increasing access to cell-phones is improving water access in rural Mali. This could help mitigate tensions over water resources in the face of drought, war and climate change.
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19 February, 2018
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