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Reflection, advocacy and action on building capabilities of women as leaders in Africa

The event reflected on the overall role of women in mediation and peace processes, particularly in peacemaking and peacebuilding.

KAIPTC Executive Management Committee visits IPSS

Both institutes agreed to share initial proposals for collaboration that will culminate in the signing of a memorandum of understanding.

Gender equality is a security issue

The overall presentation looked at the issue of women, peace and security not just as a social justice programme but rather a security issue.

South Sudan peace agreement and modalities of building trust

This is the second event co-hosted by the two institutions under a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) to create a platform to generate new ideas that are relevant to the drivers of conflict in the Horn of Africa.

Can the AU improve governance in Africa?

The joint briefing session aimed at providing a platform for an animated discussion on the governance and peace and security decisions taken at the 32nd AU summit. In the opening remarks, it was commended that a partnership between IPSS and ISS brings together institutional comparative advantage to effectively influenc...

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