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Boko Haram’s Deadliest Attack Hits Chad

April 21, 2020

Ana-Maria Baloi

  Why Does This Matter   The terrorist threat is growing in the Sahel. The number of attacks has doubled in 2019, with millions displaced. The latest attack conducted by Boko Haram on a military compound in Chad is their biggest one so far. The Republic of Chad is building a reputation as a leading African state in the fight against terrorism. However, last week’s attack raises concerns over Chad’s capacity to counter Boko Haram.     Overview   At…

Mayhem in Mozambique: ISIS Resurgence

April 14, 2020

Eren Ersozoglu

     Insurgent tactics have shifted towards targeting LNG supply lines and key towns. This is not only destabilising for the state but has resulted in thousands of residents fleeing the area. The Russian Wagner Group is an instrument of Russian investment, and private mercenaries are combatting the insurgency. After reports of 10 mercenaries being beheaded in November, doubts existed that they could contain the threat. The government, failing to address the growing reports, has facilitated the consolidation of power…

How Can MONUSCO Contain the Activities of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF)

March 18, 2020

Jesutimilehin Akamo

      This article attempts to highlight what the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) can do to contain the Allied Democratic Force (ADF)’s activities. ADF is a militant group that operates on the borders between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The ADF has inflicted damages in the region. Damages include displaced persons, civilian deaths, and other human rights abuses. MONUSCO may be the only solution.      …

‘The Game Has Changed’: Iranian Terror Network in Africa

March 12, 2020

Eren Ersozoglu

      On January 2nd, U.S. Defence Secretary Mark T. Esper, following the U.S. airstrike assassination of Gen. Qaseem Soleimani, stated: “the game has changed”. This is true as the airstrike marked a shift in a proxy war between Washington and Iran and escalated to direct military action between the two.     The following ballistic missile attack on the U.S. bases signifies a further escalation. Prior to this, with proxy forces, Iran has repeatedly targeted Western and Israeli…

Info Sheet: Camp Taji Attack, Iraq

March 12, 2020

Seju Kim

                                    Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Grey Dynamics LTD.  

Mali: A Terrorists’ Gold Mine

February 28, 2020

Ana-Maria Baloi

    Why does this matter?:   Gold production is the cornerstone of Mali's mining sector and accounts for 95% of the country's mining output    Mali is the fourth-largest producer of gold in Africa. Many reserves are yet to be exploited. However, the economy is stalled due to a lack of infrastructure   The new mining code will strongly impact both local and foreign investors in the region   High-security risks pose a threat to potential and current investors…