It's no coincidence that there's a lot of overlap between the regimes and juntas claiming to be overseeing a "democratic transition" and the disinformation campaigns highlighted in our recent Infographic. Disinfo creates misdirection and obscures reality: africacenter.org/spotlight/mapp…

The proliferation of disinformation is a fundamental challenge to stable and prosperous African societies. Research Director Joseph Siegle discusses our recent findings with VOA Afrique: buff.ly/4aeuUwI

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Attempted Coup in #DRC, a thread On Sunday, May 19, 2024, in the early hours, a group of armed men led by Congolese politician Christian Malanga made three Facebook Live videos (only one remains on his page) from inside the Palais de la Nation (President's office) #FreeCongo

There are many factors that *can* cause food insecurity, but in Africa by far the biggest factor is conflict. 149 million Africans are facing acute food insecurity—a 150% increase since 2019—and as many as 82% of them are in countries in conflict. buff.ly/3QVItsW

This IISS briefing will explore the growing interconnectedness between NSAGs and state actors globally. 📍 Online 📅 Thursday 23 May ⏰ 13.00–14.00 BST 💬 Antoine Levesques, John Raine, Dr Benjamin Petrini, Colonel Caroline Emmett Join the conversation. bit.ly/3V7zTu0

As part of the "Highlighting African Initiatives", today, we're featuring the remarkable efforts of AfricanYSN, a community of young African security academics and professionals passionate about the security of our continent. Read more about them ⬇ africanysn.com

CNN US breaking news: protesters breach Kenya parliament. CNN has seen at least 2 bodies after police used live rounds on demonstrators

STATEMENT: 5 people have been shot dead while treating the injured. 31 people have been injured. 13 have been shot with live bullets, 4 with rubber bullets and 3 people have been hit with launcher canisters. 11 have minor injuries. #RejectFinanceBill2024 amnestykenya.org/joint-statemen…

Hundreds of protestors stormed the parliament buildings in Nairobi on Tuesday amid a vote on a controversial finance bill. Despite demonstrations the bill was passed by lawmakers. The news came amid reports that several protestors had been killed and injured.

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Happy #InternationalYouthDay This years theme is ‘From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development’ We want to champion, support and thank all of you who are working towards a more peaceful, inclusive and secure world.

🇬🇦 Gabon's interim President, Gen Oligui Nguema, who seized power in a coup a year ago has barred members of his transitional government from holidaying abroad. bbc.in/4dMEY16

Press freedom lobbies are expressing concern over Somalia's proposed new information law, which they say will hamper their work. theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/news/east-…