Location: Africa

Depuis près de dix ans, le Burkina Faso est confronté à des défis sécuritaires complexes, fragilisant considérablement les liens sociaux. Les tensions communautaires se sont accrues, ajoutant une dimension supplémentaire aux conflits existants. Par ailleurs, les déplacements massifs de populations vers des zones plus sûres génèrent des tensions au sein…

Levels of hunger and malnourishment in South Sudan are at an all-time high Search for Common Ground is on site in South Sudan, working tirelessly to deliver food aid and support to people who have fled fighting and violence. But we can’t do this alone. We urgently need your help…

This email series highlights voices of peace from around the world, to help you find yours. This month’s Voice of Peace is Zuhra Bahman, Search’s Afghanistan Country Director. A few weeks ago, I struck up a conversation with my taxi driver. The taxi stand is located next to a funeral…

This report builds on the findings of the study Community Stewards and Social Cohesion in Digital Spaces which highlights the crucial role of community stewards in fostering healthy online environments. These stewards, often volunteers, manage and moderate online groups, playing a pivotal role in promoting social cohesion and addressing issues…

This email series highlights voices of peace from around the world, to help you find yours. This month’s Voice of Peace features highlights from Search’s recent virtual event, “The Power of Women in Peacebuilding.” Below are a few powerful quotes that stuck with us. “Two main factors contribute to the…

AU-EU Youth Voices Lab – Power of the Collective is a four-year EU-funded project implemented by a 5-member consortium comprising Oxfam Intermon, Restless Development, Search for Common Ground, Youthmakers Hub, and Makesense Africa. The project seeks to create a more youth-responsive and inclusive society in Africa and Europe.Term: March 2024…

Tilwate Peace Network is producing a dedicated study on Sahelian women in online spaces in partnership with the Bamako Forum on Digital and Social Cohesion. Based on a literature review and key informant interviews with women in Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali about their online experiences, this paper provides insight…

Ten years after the beginning of the civil war in the Central African Republic (CAR), the country continues to contend with significant security challenges, violent conflicts and political instability. Armed groups are exhibiting a concerning resurgence, gradually gaining control over expanding areas of the country and there is a weakened…

Discover the Heart of South Sudan South Sudan, nestled in Northeast Africa, is a land of vibrant cultural heritage intertwined with significant challenges. For over ten years, our team has been committed to understanding the local context, engaging with communities, and fostering peace-building efforts. In this journey, we discovered that…

With one week remaining until the European elections, Search for Common Ground is urging citizens and politicians to choose for solidarity and a society that prioritizes peace in an interconnected world. “EU citizens identify peace and security as the most pressing challenge facing partner countries, something our politicians should take…