Organised crime in Africa

Organised crime’s role in Southern African elections

As seven countries in the region prepare for elections this year, how will organised crime influence the outcomes?

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Tanzania’s anti-poaching success offers valuable lessons for other African countries

Modern approaches, strong policies, political will and zero tolerance to corruption are key to fighting poaching.

24 / 01 / 2020 by Deo Gumba and Edward Phiri

Cross-border smuggling

No smoke without fire: the illicit cigarette trade in South Africa

Cheap and readily available illicit cigarettes are becoming a lucrative source of income for organised criminals.

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Botswana’s elephant conservation in crisis?

Recent developments have risked turning elephant protection into a political numbers game.

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Guns, poison and horns: Organised wildlife crime in Southern Africa

Since 2010, wildlife crime in Southern Africa has increased exponentially. A new ENACT pilot study used media monitoring to track the phenomenon.

11 / 09 / 2017 by Ciara Aucoin and Zachary Donnenfeld

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Wildlife crime: why diverse data will drive better responses

Beyond poaching and seizure statistics, other information is needed to tackle wildlife crime in Southern Africa.

IFFs and money laundering

Botswana Prevention of Corruption and Economic Offences Act

Botswana Prevention of Corruption and Economic Offences Act