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This was the book launch event for 'A Theory of ISIS: Political Violence and the Transformation of the Global Order' that gives an original perspective on the genesis, nature, and trajectory of the Islamic State historicizing it in relation to colonialism, modernity, and globalization. The event was held at Kings College London on 13th February 2018.

In this programme Desmond Davies talks to Dr. Robtel Neajai Pailey author of Gbagba (loosely translated as 'trickery) and advocate on anti-corruption in Liberia. Dr. Pailey discusses about her book, the ongoing election process and peace and security situation in Libera. Photo: Asa Mathat via Flickr.

In this programme Mounira Chaieb talks to Mark Simpson a Director of Black History studies an organisation educate on people on Black History through and African perspective. Mounira talks to Simpson about his recent lecture on African Civilisations.

In this clip Prof. Abiodun Alao shares his perspectives on the role and influence of the Military in the recent events in Zimbabwe. Prof. Abiodun Alao is a Professor of African Studies at King's College London. He is also the author of 'Mugabe and the Politics of Security in Zimbabwe'. Image: Alfred Muteru

In this clip Prof. Abiodun Alao shares his perspectives on the role and influence of the foreign actors in recent events in Zimbabwe. Prof. Abiodun Alao is a Professor of African Studies at King's College London. He is also the author of 'Mugabe and the Politics of Security in Zimbabwe'. Image: Alfred Muteru

In this clip Prof. Abiodun Alao shares his perspectives on the response of the African Union on recent events in Zimbabwe. Prof. Abiodun Alao is a Professor of African Studies at King's College London. He is also the author of 'Mugabe and the Politics of Security in Zimbabwe'. Image: Alfred Muteru.

In this clip Prof. Abiodun Alao shares his perspectives on the role of natural resources governance in recent events in Zimbabwe. Prof. Abiodun Alao is a Professor of African Studies at King's College London. He is also the author of 'Mugabe and the Politics of Security in Zimbabwe' (2012) as well as Natural Resource Governance in Africa (2007) Image: Alfred Muteru.

Despite being one of Africa's resource-rich region in Africa, Central Africa Region continues to numerous challenges of autocratic rule, political instability, conflict, poverty and multifaceted humanitarian crisis. In this programme we talk to Prof. Abdoulaye Bathily former United Nation's Special Representative for Central Africa Regional Office to discuss what is at underpins these challenges.

In October, Kenyans head back to the polls after the annulment of the August 2017 Presidential election by the Supreme Court. With a long history of disputed elections, we look at how this year's election was conducted and whether Kenya is ready for another election. Photo: Carl De Souza/AFP/GETTY

This is a panel discussion on the Supreme Court nullification of the recent Presidential election results in Kenya. The discussion was jointly organised by the African Leadership Centre at Kings College London and the Centre for Gender Studies at SOAS and was recorded on 20th September 2017 at King's College London, Strand Campus.

In this Talking Africa programme Desmond Davies talks to Hon. Timothy Wanyoni MP for Westland Constituency in Kenya. Hon. Wanyonyi talks on the recent General Elections in Kenya and his leadership experiences as well as challenges as a Member of Parliament in Kenya.

In the lead up to the upcoming election in August 2017 ALC Radio visited Kirinyaga County to talk to young people on their views on the devolved governance structure in the county as well as how the past and incoming leadership has and will shape their future. In this programme, Desmond Davies talks to four young people - Evalyne Njeri, Irene Njoroge, Bernard Muthike and Anthony Mwangi from Kirinyaga County. Photo: Jacob Kamau - ALC

ALC Radio visited Mombasa County to talk to leaders and residents in the lead up to the upcoming election in August 2017 on political and socio-economic issues affecting Mombasa residents and how they are shaping the political discourse in the county. In this programme Desmond Davies talks to Khalef Khalifa - Chairperson of Muslim for Human Rights and Furaha Charo a program officer at Haki Yetu a civil society organisation in Mombasa County. .

In this programme, Desmond Davies talks to Hassan Abdille the Executive Director of Muslim for Human Rights a civil society organisation based in Mombasa, Kenya. Hassan Abdille who is also an Alumni of the African Leadership Centre fellowship programme talks about his work on youth vulnerability and radicalization in Mombasa County, Kenya.

In this programme Desmond Davies talks to Sureya Roble-Hersi the Executive Director of Advocacy for Women in Peace and Security in Africa (AWPS-Africa) and also Vice Chairperson of Maendeleo ya Wanawake Organization (MYWO). Sureya talks on Women and Radicalization in Mombasa, Kenya. Photo/ Andrew Kilonzi - Flickr.

In this programme Jennifer Salahub, an expert in security and development, talks to ALC Radio about trends on urban violence, poverty, and inequalities from research findings of the Safe and Inclusive Cities initiative. This initiative is a global research program jointly funded by Canada’s International Development Research Centre and the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development.

Caroline Moser who is an urban social anthropologist/social policy specialist talks to us on range of issues including urban development , urban poverty, urban violence, household asset vulnerability and accumulation in developing countries.

Dr. Mutuma Ruteere the Director of Centre for Human Rights and Policy Studies and United Nation’s Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of racism, talks to ALC Radio on Security, violence and racism in Africa and around the globe.

Iris Nxumalo a fellow at the ALC examines what is giving rise to violence against Africans living in South Africa? and what explains the government’s violent response to student protests in the country? Audio courtesy of Youtube - Aljazeera English and Africa is a Country

Zekarias Abebe, a fellow at the ALC, examines how President Paul Kagame’s leadership has been able to change entrenched patriarchal norms