Sponsored by the African Intelligence Studies Collective, this is a platform for interactive dialogue focused on the practice of intelligence in Africa and analyzing the emergence of Africa’s very own intelligence community under the auspices of a continental framework imposed via the African Peace and Security Architecture.
In this episode, Nelson Nyirenda reviews the book "Cry Havoc" by Simon Mann, focusing on the international politics behind covert action and the legacies of mercenaries in Africa's political landscape.
17 Sept 2022
#BookClub Episode 1 - Changing Intelligence Dynamics in Africa
Join Nelson Nyirenda as he reviews the book "Changing Intelligence Dynamics in Africa", edited by Sandy Africa and Johnny Kwadjoe! [MUSIC: Amnesia by Afro Warriors & Drumatic Soul].
17 Aug 2022
The Book Club Series #Africanintel
In this episode Mr Nelson Nyirenda, from Malawi, introduces himself as the newest member of the podcast team. He outlines his plan for the podcast, for which he will produce episodes reviewing books on intelligence and security in Africa. He dubs the thematic of these episodes "The Book Club Series!
29 Aug 2021
Ep. 11 - “CCTV Surveillance and the Right to Privacy in South Africa”
An interview with Dumisani Gandhi reflecting on the intersection between CCTV surveillance practices and the right to privacy in South Africa. With particular attention paid to the conceptual issues behind trying to “strike a balance” between security objectives of the state, security providers or individuals versus the restraint required to respect the rights of citizens to privacy.
18 Aug 2021
Ep. 10 - "Professionalizing Intelligence Analysis in Africa's Law-Enforcement Agencies"
This episode features Josephine Bosede Aluko, a criminal intelligence analyst from the National Drug Enforcement Agency in Nigeria. She is the president of the Nigeria's Chapter of the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts - and currently Africa's only chapter at the association. She speaks on the drive to adopt intelligence-led policing and the capacity building gaps as far as the practice of intelligence analysis in law enforcement.
2 Aug 2021
Ep. 9 - "Intelligence Sharing & Interoperability in Nigeria" with Abiola Temitope
This episode features security analyst Mr. Abiola Temitope (https://www.linkedin.com/in/abiola-temitope-2a190276?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BRy4WdE9lSMGeJrgpTwmeyA%3D%3D) in a discussion initially focused on the recent rise in Kidnapping for Ransom in Kaduna State. The conversation however expands to reflect on the institutional disjointedness that has contributed to the insecurity crises in the country, especially insofar as the lack of operational synergies between key security sector agencies. The most crucial element in this regard is the sharing of intelligence between the military, police and national security intelligence organization (DSS). - *Intro & Outro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com).
2 Aug 2021
Ep. 8 - "The 'Nigeria Watch' Project" with Ukoji Vitus
Introducing the Nigeria Watch project, which monitors lethal violence, conflicts and human security in the country. We speak with Ukoji Vitus, the Project Coordinator, who shares insights on their methodology, challenges experienced with using open sources of information and also reflects on the impact of government interference and censorship. - *Intro & Outro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com).
21 Apr 2021
The Digital Divide & Social Media Intelligence in Africa
An in-house discussion with Bukie Olokun and Philani Dhlamini on the current state of affairs regarding social media as a growing intelligence source for analysts of Political and Security risks.
12 Apr 2021
Special Featurette PART TWO: Intelligence Analysis Across Domains
Part of our Special Featurette with Dr Dalene Duvenage, this time focusing on secret intelligence as practiced in the government in comparison to corporate security intelligence as practiced in the private sector. *Intro & Outro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com).
14 Mar 2021
Ep. 7 - “Building Somalia’s Security Sector” with Ismahan Adawe
We had the absolute pleasure to host Ismahan Adawe from Somalia for a conversation on what it's taking to build Somalia's state institutions - most especially those in the Security Sector! - *Intro & Outro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com).
We are joined by Dr Asiimwe Solomon Muchwa for a very frank conversation on intelligence agencies and oversight mechanisms in Uganda. In the aftermath of elections in Uganda, the Intelligence services have been under intense public scrutiny following reports of abuse. - *Intro & Outro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
16 Feb 2021
Special Featurette: Intelligence Tradecraft in Africa
This Featurette is a round-table discussion on "Intelligence Tradecraft in Africa", focusing on political issues, professionalism and privatization, with Dr. Dalene Duvenage as our Guest Expert.
17 Jan 2021
Ep. 5 - “African Association of Political Science” Prof. Siphamandla Zondi
This episode features the African Association of Political Science (AAPS) as represented by Prof. Siphamandla Zondi, who is a member of its Steering Committee. He discusses the history of the Association, it's collapse in 2014 and 5 year hiatus, but also sheds light on the ongoing efforts to resuscitate the prestigious academic community. Hosted by Philani Dhlamini. Intro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
18 Dec 2020
Ep. 4 - “National & Private Security in Nigeria” with Tanwa Ashiru
A conversation on private sector security intelligence and the national security domain in Nigeria with Tanwa Ashiru, who is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bulwark Intelligence. Hosted by Bukie Olokun - an analyst with the private sector. Intro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
15 Nov 2020
Ep. 3 - “African Journal of Intelligence Studies” Dr. Lawrence Mhandara
We discuss “The case for an African Journal of Intelligence Studies” with Dr. Lawrence Mhandara from the Department of Governance and Public Management at the University of Zimbabwe. Hosted by Philani Dhlamini - coordinator of the African Intelligence Studies Collective. Intro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
13 Nov 2020
Ep. 2 - “Historical Perspectives on Intelligence” Dr. Giangiuseppe Pili
A conversation on “Theoretical & Historical Perspectives on Intelligence - The Importance of an African Contribution” with Dr. Giangiuseppe Pili who is a Research Fellow at Università della Calabria and is also a sits on the editorial board of the Italian Society of Intelligence. Hosted by Philani Dhlamini - the coordinator of the African Intelligence Studies Collective. Intro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
13 Nov 2020
Ep. 1 - “Intelligence Affairs and Democratic Governance in Africa”
A conversation on “Intelligence Affairs and Democratic Governance in Africa” with Dr. Niagalé Bagayoko who is a renowned expert on Security Sector Reform and currently chairs the African Security Sector Network (ASSN). Hosted by Philani Dhlamini - the coordinator for the African Intelligence Studies Collective. Intro Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
13 Nov 2020
Introducing the African Intel Affairs Podcast
The Coordinator of the African Intelligence Studies Collective and the host for this interactive platform officially introduces the podcast and its intended audience. Music by JOAKIM KARUD (www.joakimkarud.com)
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