• Élections en Guinée : entre stabilité affichée et tensions latentes
    Dec 23 2025

    À l’approche de l’élection présidentielle guinéenne du 28 décembre, cet épisode reçoit Marc-Antoine, Expert Sûreté Senior chez International SOS, de retour d’une mission d’évaluation pré-électorale en Guinée.

    Il décrypte le contexte politico-sécuritaire issu du coup d’État de 2021, le rapport de force largement favorable au général Mamadi Doumbouya, l’absence de l’opposition historique, ainsi que les principaux risques sécuritaires et opérationnels liés à la campagne et au scrutin.

    L’épisode aborde également les enjeux de désinformation, les perspectives post-électorales et les recommandations clés pour les organisations ayant du personnel sur place.

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    10 mins
  • Mali: Evacuation Monitor Level Increased Amid Fuel Shortages And Security Risks
    Nov 7 2025

    International SOS has increased its Evacuation Monitor level for Mali to EVACUATE: NON-ESSENTIAL WORKFORCE amid fuel blockades and security threats. Lead Security Analyst for the Sahel, Jessica Trichias, and Security Manager, Benedikt Zimmermann, explain the situation in-country and what it means for organisations with operations in the country.

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    3 mins
  • Tanzania Election 2025: What Organisations Should Know
    Oct 27 2025

    As Tanzania goes to the polls for its 29 October general election, Lead Security Analyst Baani Gambhir and Senior Security Specialist Irina Skvortsova discuss the political landscape, the potential for unrest in major urban centres and the implications for organisations and travellers operating in-country.

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    10 mins
  • Ukraine: Security Insights and Guidance for Organisations
    Oct 24 2025

    With the conflict between Russia and Ukraine now in its fourth year, the security environment in Ukraine remains highly complex and volatile. Lead Security Analyst for Eastern Europe, Louise Hogan joins Managing Editor, Anton Dittner to share insights from her recent visit to Lviv and Kyiv, providing organisations and travellers with practical guidance on navigating current risks and ensuring the safety of personnel operating in-country.

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    10 mins
  • Madagascar Coup: Key Insights and Guidance for Organisations
    Oct 22 2025

    On 14 October, the military seized control of Madagascar following weeks of anti-government protests and the departure of President Andry Rajoelina. Lead Security Analyst for Madagascar, Maria Ghigliotti is joined by Regional Security Manager for Middle East Africa, David Vorster to analyse what the developments mean for organisations and travellers operating in-country.

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    10 mins
  • Samoa Election Implications: Key Insights and Guidance for Organisations
    Oct 16 2025

    Samoa’s recent elections marked a significant turning point for the Pacific nation’s political and security environment. Lead Security Analyst Mus’ab Yusof is joined by Security Specialist John Milo to analyse what the results mean for organisations and travellers operating in-country.

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    7 mins
  • Syria: Navigating Security and Operational Challenges
    Oct 10 2025

    After Syria’s government change in December 2024, uncertainty persists around the country’s stability. Following their recent in-country assessment, Lead Security Analyst Polina Vynogradova and Security Director Gillan McNay discuss the evolving governance, security and economic challenges, and what organisations need to know to operate safely.

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    10 mins
  • Élections 2025 au Cameroun : risques sécuritaires liés à l'élection présidentielle
    Oct 6 2025

    Le Cameroun se rendra aux urnes en octobre. L'incertitude persiste quant à la succession du président Biya, et le risque de troubles est élevé. Clémence Perrot, chargée de sûreté chez International SOS revient sur ce à quoi il faut s'attendre autour des élections et de la manière dont les organisations peuvent s'y préparer.

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    11 mins