African Conflict Analysis Network

A curated network of African conflict analysts.

ACAN convenes researchers and practitioners from across the continent who produce timely, evidence-based analyses of conflict trends, peacebuilding initiatives, governance challenges, and security developments.

Dr. Mohammed Salah Djemal

North Africa Analyst

· Counterterrorism
· Violent Extremism
· Armed Conflicts

Dr. Mathieu Gotteland

Horn of Africa Analyst

· Armed Conflicts
· State-Building
· Geopolitical Relations

Dr. James Aderele

West Africa Analyst

· Human Rights
· Exploitation
· Vulnerable Populations

Dr. Dodeye Uduak Williams

Sahel & West Africa Analyst

· Terrorism
· Insurgency
· Violent Extremism
· Religion & Conflict

Fidel Amakye

Lake Chad Basin Analyst

· Insurgency
· Violent Extremism
· Armed Conflicts
· Displacement

Testimony Omole

East Africa & Great Lakes Analyst

· Governance
· State Fragility
· Political Violence
· Resource Competition

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Central Africa & Congo Basin Analyst

· Armed Groups
· State Fragility
· Security Governance

Dr. Sibusisiwe Mlambo

Southern Africa Analyst

· Resource Governance
· Political Transitions
· Political Stability
· Constitutional Reform

Dr. Itojong Anthony Ayamba

Central Africa Analyst

· Digital Governance & Civic Space
· Humanitarian Emergencies
· Armed Conflict & Civilian Protection

ACAN is open to applications from African scholars and practitioners working on peace and conflict issues. Reach out via the contact page for inquiries.

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