surveillance

Social Governance in China: Early Warning System for the Communist Party on Potential Political Unrest

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In an era defined by rapid technological integration, the landscape of social management in China has undergone a profound transformation. The state’s approach to maintaining public order now relies heavily on sophisticated digital surveillance and data-driven governance. This shift represents a broader evolution in how authorities monitor social stability, aiming to identify and mitigate potential … Read more

Ebola Virus Outbreak Confirmed in Ituri, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Eight experts from the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) have been deployed to Ituri Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to reinforce the response to a confirmed Ebola outbreak in the region, according to verified reports from the Africa CDC and the World Health Organization (WHO). This deployment … Read more

Guinea: $49M China Loan Funds Huawei ‘Safe City’ Surveillance Network

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Guinea is poised to significantly expand its surveillance capabilities with a $48.9 million “Safe City” project financed by China, a development that reflects a growing trend of Chinese investment in African security technology. Approved by the country’s National Transition Council on March 13th, the project will see the installation of an extensive network of smart … Read more