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Dennis Thokozani DLOMO
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- Executive Secretary of CISSA
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The Re-Organisation of the Security Sector in RSA
Started Nov. 25, 2009
SSR FOR ZIMBABWE
Replied Sep. 17, 2008
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I truly agree with you Isioma. That is why there is a need for civil society organizations and the general public to "oversight" those who have the legal mandate to undertake oversight of the armed forces. Its is unfortunate that many of those of us…
Thank you Mario i completely agree with you. But have you stoped to consider why some oversight bodies fail in thier duty? Have you considered the fact that they may come up with beautiful implementation plan or policy that may never see the living…
civilian oversight also mean duly constituted civilian authorities (such as democratically elected bodies) takes an oversight of the armed services by laying down needed policies, without intervening in plainly operational matters. This assumes that…
Civilian oversight in simple terms means people from outside the police taking interest and acting as a watchdog. They take action in different forms for example through policies review and formation, disciplinary actions in other to call the police…
SSR for me is an important area that is gianing increasing attention round the world. Depending on the context, we may want to view it in different ways. I think its time we stop demanding from the government or pointing accusing fingers by way of m…
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- What motivated you (or your organization) to become involved in peace and conflict resolution?
- It was my growing up in apartheid South Africa and the quest for peace, security and development for my country, the continent nd the world. I was strongly motivated by compatriots such as Mahatma Ghandi, Chief Albert Luthuli, Oliver Tambo, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, Raymond Mhlaba, Govan Mbeki, Mita Sperepere, Albertina Sisulu, Victoria Mxenge, Joe Slovo, JB Marks, Sandy Africa, Helen Joseph, Joe Nhlanhla to mention a few. My involvement in the early years of the founding of a democratic South Africa drew me closer to the realities of what is needed to make South Africa and the continent tick in the peace, security and development spheres. My work in the Committee of Intelligence and Security Services of Africa contiues to challenge my understanding and willingness to continue to strive for peace, security and development in Africa. For as long as there are any many who strive and yearn for peace, security and development in their environment and I am still able to breath and talk, I am willing to join with them to make tomorrow better than yesterday. Making a better life for all is what has drawn me to peace, security and development with conflict resolution just one building block in this effort.
- Please feel free to provide a short bio about yourself or the work of your organization (no more than 3 paragraphs)
- I am Dennis Thokozani DLOMO born NKOSI. I was born in Volksrust on 24 October 1964. I studied in Volksrust, then went to study in Soshanguve, outside Pretoria. Worked for a year to raise university fees without much success. Enrolled at the University of Zululand where I was expelled for political activism. I went to Durban-Westville University where I ended up obtaining a BA Hons. I now have a Masters in Security Studies from the University of Pretoria. I am the Executive Secretary of the Committee of Intelligence and Security Services of Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
- Please list the countries and/or regions in which you (or your organization) have direct and significant expertise
- South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Canada, United Kingdom, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Belgium in so far as Intelligence Oversight is concerned.
- What is your current country of residence (or location of your organization)?
- Ethiopia.
- What is your current job (and organization) and/or where and what field are you studying?
- Executive Secretary of CISSA
- What is your personal or organizational website?
- http://cissa-au.org
- What is one of your favorite websites in the field? (please provide one answer per box)
- http://crisisgroup.org
- Which are your primary sectoral areas of expertise (or the primary sectoral areas of your organization) ?
- Alternative Dispute Resolution, Peacebuilding, Conflict Resolution, Democratization, Development, Gender, Civil Society, Organizational Development
- Which are your primary skills areas(or the primary skill areas of your organization)?
- Training, Program Design, Fundraising, Program Administration, Research
- What are some of your current areas of research (if any)?
- Intelligence Oversight in South Africa: Reviewing the Contribution of Joe Nhlanhla
- If appropriate feel free to list several of your (or your organization's) publications
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What a read about Rwanda and President Paul Kagame and the Great Lakes Region
Rwanda has been in the news of late following the political exchanges by the Foreign Minister of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Those familiar with developments there may not be interested in getting background knowledge because they are already in the know. Those who are in darkness would greatly appreciate the book by Stephen Kinzer entitled: A Thousand Hills...
This book by Stephen Kinzer, author of the national bestseller All the Shah's Men, is a timely written must read if on… Continue
This book by Stephen Kinzer, author of the national bestseller All the Shah's Men, is a timely written must read if on… Continue
Posted on October 8, 2008 at 10:28am —
Intelligence in a Constitutional Democracy: A Practitioner's Perspective
INTRODUCTION
The Report presented by the Mathews Commission entitled Intelligence in a Constitutional Democracy is a well written and clearly thought out work. Like anything human though, it has its short comings. Before dwelling on these, it is important to appreciate its strengths and innovations in improving the oversight of intelligence. The first remarkable aspect is its call for the revisiting of the White Paper on Intelligence. I would add that with that process must be the withdrawal of… Continue
The Report presented by the Mathews Commission entitled Intelligence in a Constitutional Democracy is a well written and clearly thought out work. Like anything human though, it has its short comings. Before dwelling on these, it is important to appreciate its strengths and innovations in improving the oversight of intelligence. The first remarkable aspect is its call for the revisiting of the White Paper on Intelligence. I would add that with that process must be the withdrawal of… Continue
Posted on October 3, 2008 at 5:29am —
Security Sector Reform Discussion Network
Security Sector Reform is a relatively new field which has been growing following a realisation that security and development are two sides of the same coin. In this regard, it has been accepted that there can be no sustained development, peace and democracy without security.
To share ideas, critique each other's papers and to collaborate, generally in this field, a discussion network on Security Sector Reform is being established. Those with an interest in the field are welcomed to join the ne… Continue
To share ideas, critique each other's papers and to collaborate, generally in this field, a discussion network on Security Sector Reform is being established. Those with an interest in the field are welcomed to join the ne… Continue
Posted on August 19, 2008 at 8:28am —
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 1:29am on June 14, 2009,
Zachary Angafor said… - Please endeavor to connect with us. Our website is www.acrfonline.org. We are a US based nonpofit working to promote a culture of peace in Africa. Thanks
Best,
Zachary
- At 1:17am on June 14, 2009,
Zachary Angafor said…
- Dennis
I must say with all honesty that I truly appreciate the wonderful work you and CISSA are doing for our mother land-Africa. I wish that we should connect and may be do much more to save our continent from the scourge of violent conflict. Please I invite you to visit the website of our nonprofit: African Conflicts Response Foundation (ACRF) to learn more about who we are and what we are or will be doing to promote a culture of peace in Africa. I am convinced that a partnership between our two organizations will go a long way to embolden peace in Africa. Our website is www.acrfonline.org. Kindly send me your feedback and please let us keep the conversation alive. I assure you, there are many things we can do together; and some are already in the works.
Best,
Zachary
- At 6:40am on March 6, 2009,
Daniel ozoukou said… - Hi Denis!
How are you doing, I have appointed recently as Executive director of Ethiopia-CURE
Please could talk about the how and international NGO could work in you country.
I look forward to hear from you!
Daniel ozoukou
political analyst
Executive Director
Ethipia CURE
- At 6:33am on November 19, 2008,
Dennis Thokozani DLOMO said… - Francess,
I am fine thanks. I have been focusing on what seems to be the undoing of the Zimbabwe Agreement, the deteriorating situation in Eastern DRC, the intensifying crisis in Somalia with the ARS especially its Al-Shebab wing advancing slowly but with immense determination. It is clear that soon we will be seeing an even greater tragedy in Somalia especially in light of the intensifying and more daring hijackings of ships as part of the piracy in that part of the continent. Zambia is also of concern as rumblings from the opposition are suggesting that they may be seeking a Kenya option. As things stands Africa is facing many peace and security challenges. But it is not all doom and gloom. As I watch through my window, I am seeing trucks faring soil dug from the road. There are new roads being built in Addis Ababa. There is a new AU Headquarters under construction and things are moving forward. It is good to see that monies set aside for these infrastructure programmes are indeed being spent on them. I saw similar big road programmes in Ghana, Angola, Malawi, Nigeria, Congo just to mention a few examples. I saw a big project of renovating Khartoum and is moving on remarkably. So, there is a new spirit in Africa although the legacy of war remains a source for concern. We must not forget what Nelson Mandela taught us when evaluating Africa's position: One breaking tree makes the most noise compared to many that are growing.
I guess I am fine.
- At 10:30am on November 18, 2008,
Francess Harding said… - Hey. I guess you are doing great!
- At 10:23am on November 3, 2008,
Francess Harding said…
- Hi Dennis,
I am glad for such encouraging comments. It was indeed a dark chapter in the history of our countries and I think with people out there to embrace peace and willing to forgive, that is whats going to make all the difference! Cheers
- At 3:51am on October 1, 2008,
Dennis Thokozani DLOMO said…
- Daniel,
Thanks for the comments they have been quite useful. I am sorry for the late response it is owing to work commitments. I have just seen another statement issued at the General Assembly of the United Nations about the situation in Cote dIvoire repeating claims that the electoral process has reached a decisive stage of irreversibility. This continues to worry me as you have indicated to the contrary. What do you think is likely to happen? What are the prospects for stability and post conflict reconstruction? These and many other questions are my pre-occupation at the moment and we hope that things would turn out to be another African miracle. What can be done to ensure its realisation and success?
- At 3:33pm on September 20, 2008,
Daniel ozoukou said…
- Dennis:
I replied to your comments many times but i don't know if you received my note. Sorry about the delay.
I 'll analyse your point about election i Ivory coast my country and the zimbabwean case. I am currently underwriting research paper, we'll discuss.
thanks very much for your availability.
Write :ozoukoud@yahoo.fr
Daniel ozoukou
political analyst
- At 1:48pm on September 19, 2008,
Daniel ozoukou said…
- Dennis:
Thank you, I highly appreciate your comment on my page.
In ivory coast i don't share the idea of the elections sheduled in November, because for me ill-timing election could threat for stability and the democratization process. The land is insecure,disarmament is not done yet, the reintegration didn't start.
I Am writing an article to ring the bell of policy makers and the president about the risk of ill-timing polls.
The zimbawean case you talked about i appreciate the agreement between the opposition and the mugabe's government, but actually i don't have a clear Idea about the accord, therefore i could not critically analyse it. I am carrying out research for a publication on Afrimap website.
thanks again for availability to share ideas with me.
Are you still in Addis, I have a friend in Addis her name is Netsanet we met in India last April during the first Indo-africa forum summit.
Write to: ozoukoud@yahoo.fr
Daniel
political analyst abidjan
- At 8:11am on September 17, 2008,
Daniel ozoukou said…
- Dennis:
Thanks for your comment on zimbabwe peace agreement, i didn't receive the document therefore i could not critically analyse it as your are doing. currently i am focussed on my underwriting research papers entitled postconflict elections in africa ,the challenge for democracy.
In Ivory coast, i am writing that we're not ready for elections, precipitated polls could be a risk of violence escalating.ill-timing elections is a threat for democracy and sustaible peacebuilding.
thanks agian for sharing with me, i like it.
Daniel ozoukou political analyst
Abidjan Ivory coast
ozoukou@yahoofr (write)
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