2023 Election Observation in Liberia – Our Opinion
On 5-12 October 2024, the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) deployed a 7-member election observation team to Liberia to observe the Presidential and Legislative elections which was held on 10 October 2024. The KAIPTC election observation exercise is aimed to contribute to African Union (AU) and ECOWAS overarching objective of promoting good governance […]
KAIPTC’s WYPSI partners WANEP to capacitate local actors on Preventing and Responding to Gender-Based Violence
In 2020, KAIPTC and WANEP renewed their partnership to work together in pursuit of peace and stability in West Africa through research, training, policy advocacy for another five-years (2020-2025). This commitment was further grounded when in November 2021, both parties operationalized this cooperation through a partnership implementation workshop to cement the areas of collaboration for […]
Finnish and Swedish Ambassadors pay maiden visits to the KAIPTC
H.E. Leena Pylvänäinen, Ambassador of Finland to Nigeria and H.E Annika Hahn-Englund Ambassador of Sweden to Nigeria, both paid reciprocal courtesy visits to the KAIPTC on 11th September 2023 and 17th October 2023 respectfully, following an earlier visit to their offices in Abuja by the management of the Centre. H.E. Leena Pylvänäinen and her delegation […]
Third cohort of Inspiring African Women Leaders in Peace and Security Programme organized at the KAIPTC
The third Cohort of the “Inspiring African Women Leaders in Peace and Security Programme” was held at the KAIPTC on the 16th to 27th October 2023. The two-week flagship leadership training is funded by, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through its implementing agency GIZ-EPSAO and organized by WYPSI in partnership with […]
KAIPTC and Japanese government reaffirm commitment to Preventing Violent Extremism, Radicalization, and proliferation of Small Arms in the Sahel and Coastal Countries of West Africa
The KAIPTC has had a long running partnership with the Government of Japan since 2008. Japan has been highly instrumental in strengthening the knowledge and skill sets of sub-regional SALW control practitioners. Under the ongoing KAIPTC/JAPAN/UNDP project on ‘Preventing Violent Extremism, Radicalization, and Small Arms Proliferation in the Sahel and Coastal Countries of West Africa’ […]
Promoting healthy lifestyles for staff and students through Wellness and Fitness Initiatives
KAIPTC recognises that work-related stress is a common issue that negatively impacts both the individual and the organization. Healthy well balanced staff build stronger working teams, increase productivity, and reduce absenteeism. To promote wellness and fitness for staff and participants, management embarks on several initiatives each year to create an environment that fosters physical and mental health and […]
KAIPTC responds to call by local community health care facility
As part of its corporate social responsibility and belief in the shared interest and welfare of the community within which the Centre operates, the Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre responded to a call to donate items to the Kpeshie Medical Reception Station (MRS). The items, which were presented by Air Cdre […]
German Government supports KAIPTC Pilot Three (3) New Courses on Child Protection, DSSA & VET and PCVET
Research and monitoring of evolving trends, and a commitment to maintaining peace and security on the continent, has led the Centre to develop specialized training courses and programmes that practically addresses various security treats in the sub region. The courses were developed with the support of the Government of Germany to enhance the capacity of […]
Danish Government Supports Transformative Initiatives on Maritime Safety In the Gulf of Guinea
The KAIPTC, with support from the Danish Government, has initiated various activities under the ‘Integrated Responses to Threats to Maritime Safety and Security in the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Domain in West and Central Africa’ project. The project which commenced in 2022 seeks to enhance knowledge and awareness of maritime security issues over the next […]
KAIPTC Hosts “Her Cyber Track West Africa Forum” to Climax Month Long Cyber Security Awareness Campaign
While the digital world offers tremendous opportunities, it also presents threats and risks to individuals and organisations. Cybercrime, data breaches, social engineering, online fraud, and privacy concerns in the digital world must be managed through responsible online behavior and safeguarding personal information. As part of efforts to mitigate cyber security threats, the KAIPTC in October […]
