Matt Herbert

Jan 8, 2025 | dailymaverick.co.za | Matt Herbert

ISS TODAY OP-ED The conflict has catalysed the region’s illicit markets as people turn to smuggling networks for essential goods. Sudan’s civil war continues to rage, with no sign that either the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) or Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are close to a military victory or open to a ceasefire. According to the UN Refugee Agency, more than 10 million civilians are displaced within Sudan or into neighbouring countries.

Jan 7, 2025 | issafrica.org | Matt Herbert

The conflict has catalysed the region’s illicit markets as people turn to smuggling networks for essential goods. Published on 08 January 2025 in ISS Today By Matt Herbert Head of Research, North Africa and the Sahel, GI-TOC Sudan’s civil war continues to rage, with no sign that either the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) or Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are close to a military victory or open to a ceasefire.

May 8, 2024 | msn.com | Matt Herbert

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May 8, 2024 | scotsman.com | Matt Herbert

Taking on the west Highland Way in a wheelchair was Daniel Wilson’s Dream. Now nine volunteers have made that dream a reality. On Sunday, April 28 the team set off from Milngavie with the aim of completing the West Highland Way with Dan Wilson and his adapted wheelchair. And after eight tough days the manged to complete the 96 mile,s finishing in Fort William and also becoming the first team to complete the WHW in this way.

Jul 21, 2023 | allafrica.com | Matt Herbert

But they have forced those involved in crime networks to lower their profiles and adapt their activities. Twelve years on from Libya's revolution, the country remains fragile. The government has limited reach, with de facto power exercised by competing armed groups. Libya's instability and lack of state control have helped drive a massive rise in the country's illicit economies. Fuel smuggling is endemic, with networks moving large volumes within Libya and to neighbouring countries.