An analytical and forward-looking journal to understand the major transitions of our time

Contemporary upheavals are unfolding, overlapping, and intensifying. Security crises, climate mutations, economic instability, geopolitical tensions, digital transformations, social movements, global pandemics… The world is no longer just changing; it is in permanent transition, subjected to interconnected and sometimes unpredictable dynamics.

In this context of uncertainty and global interconnection, it becomes essential to have solid benchmarks, rigorous analytical tools, and a clear strategic vision.

It is from this perspective that CAESS THINK TANK publishes Les Cahiers Stratégiques du CAESS, a quarterly journal designed to support public decision-makers, institutions, researchers, and development actors in understanding, anticipating, and mastering today’s major challenges.

A strategic journal rooted in African realities

Les Cahiers Stratégiques du CAESS do not simply observe the world. They decipher it, contextualize it, and confront it with the realities of African territories. Each issue addresses concrete problems, while situating them within a global, interdisciplinary, and prospective vision.

Our authors — researchers, experts, diplomats, field analysts — combine their perspectives to produce a grounded, free, and operational strategic thinking.

Themes at the heart of global and regional current affairs

The journal covers a broad range of topics in an integrated, systemic, and rigorous approach. Each issue offers a central dossier, cross-cutting analyses, and a series of specialized columns, focused on the following major axes:

Security, Defense, and Sovereignty

• Asymmetric conflicts, terrorism, and community resilience

• Regional security cooperation and international partnerships

• Cyber defense and protection of critical infrastructures

Climate, Environment, and Collective Vulnerabilities

• Risks linked to natural disasters (floods, droughts, landslides)

• Strategic impact of climate change on security and resources

• Adaptation, ecological transition, and environmental policies in Africa

Global Health and Crisis Governance

• Health, economic, and social repercussions of pandemics

• Health system reform and rapid response capacity

• Interconnections between health, climate, and human security

Political Economy and Development

• Macroeconomic resilience to external shocks

• Economic sovereignty and securing value chains

• New development models post-COVID

Technology, Information, and Influence

• Digital sovereignty, data governance, artificial intelligence

• Disinformation, cognitive warfare, public opinion manipulation

• African innovation, startups, and technological inclusion

Governance, Institutions, and Civil Society

• Political reforms and inclusive governance

• Democracy, citizen participation, social movements

• Transitional justice and post-conflict cohesion

Structure of an issue

Each publication includes:

• A strategic thematic dossier (25 to 50 pages)

• Three to five sectoral or regional analyses

• A regional geopolitical column

• An exclusive interview (public figure, expert, or field actor)

• Infographics, maps, tables, and explanatory diagrams

Who is this journal for?

• Public actors facing complex decisions (ministries, administrations, elected officials)

• International organizations (UN, AFD, World Bank, AU, etc.)

• Military, security forces, diplomats

• Strategic companies aiming to better understand their environment

• Researchers, doctoral students, educators in international relations, development, security

• Specialized journalists, think tanks, and analysis centers

• NGOs and foundations engaged in public policy

Why subscribe or order Les Cahiers Stratégiques du CAESS?

✅ High value-added content

Our publications offer rare analytical depth, providing an integrated reading of political, economic, environmental, and social issues.

✅ Decision-useful journal

Each issue provides strategic recommendations, prospective scenarios, and concrete action pathways.

✅ Multidisciplinary team

African and international experts, field analysts, academics, decision-makers — our authors combine reflection, experience, and methodology.

✅ Professional editorial quality

Premium printing, graphical readability, accessible digital edition, and online archiving.

Subscription or single issue purchase: two simple options

• Annual subscription (institutional or individual): 4 issues per year + unlimited digital access

• Single issue purchase: print or PDF format, according to your needs

Pricing upon request. Discounts available for groups, universities, libraries, and administrations.

Want to publish in the journal?

Les Cahiers Stratégiques du CAESS also welcome external contributions. If you are a researcher, professional, or analyst wishing to share your insights, we assist with formatting and ensure scientific peer review respecting our editorial charter.

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