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This report from the Institute for Security Studies examines the intersection of HIV/AIDS and policing in South Africa, the perceptions of personal security in Soweto townships, the 'sieve effect' of the criminal justice system's conviction rates, and crime trends within the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality.

This collection of articles from SA Crime Quarterly No 8 (June 2004) examines various aspects of the South African criminal justice system, including the legality of lethal force in property defense, police accountability and misconduct monitoring, strategies for local crime prevention through by-laws, national victimisation trends, the application of the Domestic Violence Act by magistrates, and the operational mandate and independence of the Directorate of Special Operations (the Scorpions).

The report finds that 43.5% of surveyed Malawians experienced crime between May 2002 and May 2003, with crop and livestock theft being the most prevalent 'crimes of need' driven by food insecurity. Corruption is the third most common crime, though likely underreported. The report notes that low police reporting rates hinder crime prevention and suggests that sustainable food supply programmes and better cooperation between police and traditional authorities could mitigate these issues.

This report section presents findings from the Malawi National Crime Victimisation Survey regarding public and victim perceptions of who commits crimes and the motivations behind them. It highlights a strong belief that crime is committed by local residents and driven by economic necessity, while noting a lack of xenophobic perceptions regarding criminal activity.

This document presents findings from the Malawi National Crime Victimisation Survey regarding the emotional and behavioural responses of crime victims. It details the priorities of victims following a crime and the specific preventative measures they adopted to avoid repeat victimisation across different crime categories.

This document presents findings from the Malawi National Crime Victimisation Survey regarding public perceptions of crime and safety. It details how Malawians perceive trends in violent and property crime, regional differences in the types of crime feared most, and the resulting behavioral changes caused by the fear of crime.

This report section details the results of the Malawi National Crime Victimisation Survey regarding public perceptions of the police and the courts. Despite significant barriers to physical access and low visibility of uniformed officers, the majority of respondents expressed high levels of trust and satisfaction with both institutions. The report notes that these perceptions may be influenced by the political transition in Malawi and the identity of the survey enumerators.

This report section details public perceptions of crime prevention and safety in Malawi, based on the Malawi National Crime Victimisation Survey. It highlights a strong public preference for punitive law enforcement, the prevalence of community-based protection groups, high levels of social cohesion, and low awareness of formal initiatives like Community Police Forums and victim support services.

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This trainer's guide provides a comprehensive curriculum for the EAPCCO United Nations Police Officers Course (UNPOC), designed to prepare police personnel for deployment in UN and African Union (AU) peace support operations. It covers the institutional frameworks of the UN and AU, the 'Capstone Doctrine' for peacekeeping, legal frameworks, human rights, and operational techniques such as negotiation, radio communication, and safety awareness. The guide includes theoretical modules, case studies on conduct and discipline, and a detailed field exercise called 'Furugo Kali' to simulate real-world mission scenarios.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies examines the perceptions of South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia and Uganda regarding the conflict in their home country and the IGAD-led peace process. Based on interviews conducted in July 2018, the document highlights a significant gap in communication between peace negotiators and refugee populations, widespread frustration with political leadership, and deep divisions over the future administrative structure of South Sudan.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies examines the drivers of inter-ethnic and communal violence in Ethiopia between October 2019 and the end of 2020. It identifies a combination of militant ethno-nationalism, ideological divides between pan-Ethiopianism and ethnonationalism, and state fragility as primary causes of instability during the country's political transition.

This report by Ebrahim Ebrahim details the transition of South Africa from apartheid to a democratic state, focusing on the strategic negotiations between the African National Congress (ANC) and the National Party, the role of international frameworks like the Harare Declaration, and the public participation processes that legitimized the final constitution.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies analyzes the risk of a military coup in Guinea-Bissau ahead of the April 13, 2014, general elections. It examines the causes of the April 12, 2012, coup and evaluates whether changes in the political landscape, security missions, and electoral reforms are sufficient to prevent a recurrence of instability.

This report analyzes the historical evolution and governance of the military in Lesotho, tracing its transition from a destabilizing force under authoritarian rule to a professionalized body under civilian control following the 1993 democratic transition. It examines the legal frameworks, institutional arrangements, and regional security dynamics that shape the Lesotho Defence Force (LDF).

This fact sheet from the Institute for Security Studies analyzes crime trends and policing effectiveness in South Africa, arguing that increasing police numbers and budgets alone does not reduce crime, particularly for 'social fabric' crimes.

The Comprehensive Ceasefire Agreement, signed on 7 September 2006 in Dar es Salaam, establishes a ceasefire between the Government of the Republic of Burundi and the Palipehutu-FNL to end war and reconstruct the country.

This briefing by Dr. Witold M. Patoka of the National Defence College, Stockholm, provides a statistical and strategic overview of Russia, focusing on its economic indicators, energy production, military capabilities, and geopolitical risks.

This report examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health and social care sector in Guinea, detailing the strain on medical infrastructure, the resulting economic losses, and the subsequent challenges in maintaining essential health services.

The Treaty of Pelindaba (African Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone Treaty) officially entered into force on 15 July 2009, following ratifications by Malawi and Burundi. The update is provided by the Institute for Security Studies as part of a Royal Norwegian Government-funded project focused on African disarmament and non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.