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?

Drug trafficking

Heroin is now a major urban development challenge in Africa

Rapid unplanned urbanisation has coincided with criminal networks willing to exploit the growing availability of heroin.

Drug trafficking

The smack of heroin: deadly impact of an illicit market on development

East and Southern Africa have become leading regions for the trade and consumption of large quantities of heroin.

12 / 08 / 2020

Drug trafficking

Drug trafficking, demand and use patterns in Africa, and policy implications

Heroin trafficking is a crucial component of urban politics and development in East and Southern Africa.

Drug trafficking

From the maskani to the mayor: The political economy of heroin markets in East and Southern Africa

The heroin economy has shaped the growth of coastal villages, border towns and megacities across East and Southern Africa.

05 / 03 / 2020 by Simone Haysom

Fauna

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

Fauna

Can tradition hold the key in combating pangolin trafficking?

Crafting responses closer to home could save pangolins from extinction.

Human smuggling

Kenya now a key transit point for south-bound migrants

Smugglers are increasingly using this East African country en route to South Africa.

Drug trafficking

Hiding in plain sight: Heroin’s stealthy takeover of South Africa

Heroin use is widespread across SA, with local and provincial governments bearing the brunt.

11 / 04 / 2019 by Simone Haysom

Drug trafficking

South Africa’s booming heroin trade

Gangs and organised crime are facilitating the spread of a lucrative heroin market across the country.

Drug trafficking

ENACT Live: South Africa’s booming heroin trade

Gangs and organised crime are facilitating the spread of a lucrative heroin market across the country.

11 / 04 / 2019

Drug trafficking

Heroin use is shooting up in South Africa

The industry and its devastating impact have been largely ignored or misunderstood by police and government.