Sudan’s internal conflict has fuelled a new conflict economy in its northwest, amplifying regional illicit economies.
The country’s federal authority must empower regional law enforcement and involve the local community to improve security.
Based on extensive interviews and field research in Ethiopia, this brief puts forward actionable recommendations.
In its new form, the protocol has what it takes to address cattle rustling at the regional, national and community levels.
Enhancing awareness of irregular migration is a key ingredient to countering human trafficking and smuggling.
Will Sudan’s border closures counter vehicle smuggling and other forms of organised crime?
Smugglers are increasingly using this East African country en route to South Africa.
Sudan is no longer a transit point for the drug, but has also become a manufacturing centre.
It is unclear how a proposed anti-trafficking strategy would strengthen the Khartoum Process.
Cattle rustling transcends borders, so responses to the threat should do the same.
Sudan closed its Eritrean border and deployed troops in response to arms, drug and human trafficking.
Arrest of senior Ugandan police officers indicates a willingness to confront corruption.
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