Security & Policy
Search and filter 161 publications by theme, type, and year.
QAnon Conspiracy Theory: Examining its Evolution and Mechanisms of Radicalization
This report demonstrates the overarching need for additional exploration and intervention of conspiracy-based radicalization as the QAnon conspiracy theory continues to grow. …
Communities’ Perceptions of Reintegration of Al-Shabaab Returnees in Mombasa and Kwale Co…
This study explores community perceptions of reintegration of returning foreign terrorist fighters (FTFs) from Al-Shabaab in coastal Kenya. Drawing from fieldwork accounts …
Reconsidering Early Detection in Countering Radicalization by Local Frontline Professiona…
In recent years, the fight against terrorism and political violence has focused more on anticipating the threats that they pose. Therefore, early …
Considering strategies designed to counter radicalisation: Comparative reflections on app…
This article focuses on the issue of counter radicalisation strategy, examining the efficacy and the weaknesses of policy initiatives designed to prevent …
Al-Qaida's soon to be Leader?
In this month’s feature article, Ali Soufan provides a comprehensive profile of Saif al-`Adl, an Egyptian charter al-Qa`ida member who could soon …
Counter-terrorism in the Horn of Africa: New security frontiers, old strategies
Terrorism has been elevated to the foremost threat to global security. The bombings of the American embassies in Kenya and Tanzania in …
African Journal on Terrorism
In this edition of the Journal, we have eleven papers; all bordering on different aspects of violent extremism and the methods for …
Missing the ‘missing link’ in P/CVE: Why rethinking the youth bulge theory is a priority
This dissertation examines the impact of the youth bulge theory on P/CVE policy and practice. The study analyses the suitability and effectiveness …
Violent Extremism in West Africa: Are Current Responses Enough?
In recent years, West Africa and the Sahel have become a hotbed of predatory activities by violent extremist groups. A host of …
Trends of Violent Extremist Attacks and Arrests in Kenya, January – December 2020
This report draws from the Terror Attacks and Arrests Observatory of the Centre for Human Rights and Policy Studies (CHRIPS Terrorism Observatory). …
Preventing Violent Extremism : Lessons from Kenya
This Report contributes to the literature on P/CVE by offering an independent, methodically rigorous implementation evaluation. The Kenyan case study offers unique …
Between Maitatsine and Boko Haram: Islamic Fundamentalism and the Response of the Nigeria…
Nigerians are a highly religious people, or so it seems. Religious sentiments and explanations, beyond being seen as the lifeblood of the …