This is a roundup of news articles, reports, and other materials focusing on (in)security issues and reflects a wide variety of opinions. It does not reflect the views of Security in Context. The goal is to shed light on knowledge production on security-related issues of public interest from critical perspectives and from global south readings by highlighting media from four particular regions: Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, and developing Asia. Entries may include academic journal articles, think tank reports, non-governmental organizations releases, official documents or government-commissioned research, and regular news items. The material included covers SiC's key security issues: Climate Change, Security and International Relations, Migration and Displacement, Covid-19 and Capitalism, Technologies of Surveillance, Gender, Race, Ethnicity and Sexuality, Arms and the Military-industrial Complex, and Censorship.
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Latin America and the Caribbean
Five women found dead in violent Mexican state
November 4 , 2022
Local authorities of a central Mexican state released that five women were found dead as a wave of violent crimes against women sweeps across the country.
Haiti: ‘Triple Threat’ Of Cholera, Malnutrition And Violence Puts Young Lives At Risk
November 2, 2022
The UN committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) calls for immediate action on behalf of the
international community in order to help save young lives in Haiti due to the “triple threat” of
cholera, malnutrition, and violence that they are facing.
Bolivia in conflict with the country's richest province over shared resources
November 1, 2022
The Bolivian Minister of Productive Development announces that the export of soybeans, soy
oil, and beef are temporarily suspended as a way for the government to safeguard food security.
Suriname signs security assistance agreement with the United States
November 1, 2022
As a part of the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) the governments of Suriname and the United States have signed an agreement for assistance with drug control and law enforcement.
Dozens Arrested After Gang Violence Escalates in Ecuador
November 1, 2022
A string of violent attacks leads police to arrest 28 individuals as gang violence continues to
escalate in Ecuador.
Africa
Antibody treatment tested as new tool against malaria
November 1, 2022
Research in Africa indicates a dose of an experimental antibody drug may be able to protect adults from malaria for up to six months.
Sickness, death surpass official count in DRC monkeypox outbreak
November 1, 2022
The Africa CDC believes there may be over 4,000 cases and 154 deaths associated with monkeypox in the DRC, numbers far greater than official records indicate.
Kenya: police killings point to systemic rot and a failed justice system
October 31, 2022
Police reform in Kenya is under scrutiny after President William Ruto disbanded a special police unit under investigation for killings and disappearances, including the disappearance of two Indian guests of President Ruto and their Kenyan driver.
October 25, 2022
At least 68 people have been killed in a drone strike in Ethiopia’s Ofu Bekke village, the 6th drone strike in Oromia between October 20 and October 25.
Middle East
Türkiye sets road map for urban agriculture program
November 1, 2022
The Turkish government has set up a plan to increase urban agriculture in the country, crafting a three-year plan to be launched in 14 provinces next year.
Egypt’s authorities examine 192,000 new-borns within early detection of genetic diseases initiative
October 29, 2022
As part of an initiative aimed at erasing disabilities in future births, Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population will be examining 192,000 newborns born after July 13, 2021 to test early detection of genetic diseases.
Israel’s Benny Gantz relaunches defence ties with Turkey
October 27, 2022
Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz has met with Turkish President Erdogan and Defense Minister Hulusi Akar, reestablishing defensive ties between Israel and Turkey.
All residents of GCC countries can now enter Oman without a visa
October 26, 2022
Residents living in countries that are part of the Gulf Cooperation Council can now enter Oman without a visa for any and all commercial reasons.
Developing Asia
Bridge collapse: PM Modi visits Morbi, meets survivors and kin of victims
November 1, 2022
India Prime Minister Narenda Modi visited the site of the Morbi bridge collapse in Gujarat after the tragedy left at least 135 people dead.
South Korea mourns, wants answers after Halloween crush kills 153
October 30, 2022
Tragedy strikes South Korea as a stampede during a Halloween celebration leaves over 150 people dead and at least 80 injured.
Elephant incursions a growing problem in Korat
October 29, 2022
In Thailand, wild elephants from Thap Lan National Park have become a growing problem in Korat, causing increased crop damage as they begin to move more frequently away from forested areas.
S. Korea to expand climate finance for developing nations: PM
October 27, 2022
South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo stated South Korea would be expanding their Green Climate Fund, an international organization set to fight climate change globally.
Key Issues
This section includes the latest and most pressing news regarding SiC's key security issues.
Ethiopia government accused of drone attacks, shelling after peace deal
November 4, 2022
Ethiopia has been accused of launching drone strikes on civilians in the Northern Tigrayrian region in violation of a recently signed peace deal. This atrocity has serious implications for the prospect of peace between the two waring parties.
Imran Khan attack: how the event unfolded, what’s next for Pakistan
November 4, 2022
Imran Khan, former PM of Pakistan, was shot in the leg in the Punjab province in Pakistan during a protest rally. Imran was not injured badly and has already addressed the attack and his supporters.
Opinion| The COP27, geopolitical challenges, and the demands of developing countries
November 2, 2022
Not enough pressure has been applied to developed nations, who are responsible for the most emissions, in discussions regarding climate change and sustainable development. It is important to have appropriate expectations when assessing developing countries’ place in climate talks.
October 31, 2022
It is an oversimplification to classify leaders of major countries as either multipolar conservative-sovereigntists or unipolar liberal-globalists. Lula and Bolsonaro do not fit in perfectly with either of these classifications.
Cashing in on greenwashing? Egyptian solar companies sell carbon certificates to Global North
October 30, 2022
Egyptian companies are trying to get in to the carbon certificate business which amassed a total trading value of 84 billion US dollars.
