Jihadist groups pose a growing and expanding threat in Africa
Islamist militants are exerting growing military strength in targeting the state forces and civilians across several regions of the continent.
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Africa Overview: April 2026
The war in Sudan spilled over into Chad, and Maiduguri in Nigeria faced simultaneous attacks from Boko Haram and ISWAP.
Q&A | The Islamic State’s pivot to Africa
In this Q&A, ACLED’s experts discuss how Islamic State affiliates operate in Somalia, the Sahel, the Lake Chad basin, the Great Lakes region, and northern Mozambique, and how authorities are responding to this growing threat.
Between violence, geopolitical competition, and the quest for social justice: Chad’s road to elections
Examines Chad's political violence amid elections and geopolitical changes in the Sahel
Mid-Year Update: 10 Conflicts to Worry About in 2019
ACLED report on political violence across flashpoints in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East in the first half of 2019.
No Home Field Advantage: The Expansion of Boko Haram’s Activity Outside of Nigeria in 2019
Boko Haram's activities expand beyond Nigeria in 2019, impacting surrounding countries.