Events

On April 29, 2011 a panel held at USIP discussed the challenges that will face Côte d'Ivoire in the aftermath of post-election violence that left 1,500 people dead and more than one million displaced. What factors must be considered in addressing the humanitarian crises and crimes against humanity? Equally important, what does the recent postelection violence tell us about the state of political development and democratization in Africa today?

On April 14, 2011, the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) and the Great Lakes Policy Forum convenved a panel to discuss the impact of the new state of Southern Sudan on the Great Lakes region.

Cote d'Ivoire is at an impasse following the November 28 presidential run-off election between incumbent President Laurent Gbagbo and opposition leader Alassane Ouattara. Panelists will discuss current developments in Cote d'Ivoire and their potential impact on efforts to organize credible elections in Africa.

In the years since independence in 1958, Guinea's history has been one of political intimidation, harassment, and oppression. What governing challenges does Guinea face? How can the international and regional stakeholders effectively ensure the success of the democratic transition?

The death of former Nigerian President Umaru Yar’Adua on May 5, and the transfer of power to his deputy, current President Goodluck Jonathan, has brought an end to a period of drift and dismay in Nigeria. Yet the uncertainty persists. What strategies are there for advancing growth, governance and security in this pivotal country as it approaches its 50th anniversary of independence on October 1, 2010?

Three years after Cote d'Ivoire's Ouagadougou Political Accord was signed, a number of critical tasks--including elections--remain unfulfilled. A distinguished group of civil society and religious representatives outlined the challenges that Cote d'Ivoire must undertake to strengthen its prospects for a peaceful future.

This panel at this event assessed Guinea's political, security, and social environment in the wake of the September 28, 2009 clash between the Guinean military and demonstrators protesting Dadis Camara's candidacy in next January's presidential elections.

Chad's internal political crisis has resulted in coups, the formation of armed groups, and a vicious cycle feuling the conflict in Darfur.  What obstacles and opportunities do the Chadian and diaspora civil society groups face in resolving the crisis?

A public event co-sponsored with the Center for Strategic and International Studies and Freedom House

A public event co-sponsored with Internews