University of Pretoria (UP)

The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of South Africa's leading higher education institutions and a centre of academic excellence on the African continent. Recognised for its strong performance in international studies, security, defence, and regional development, the university hosts several research centres that analyse Africa's political and strategic dynamics and their global interactions. The participation of the University of Pretoria enriches the project by offering an in-depth African perspective on Security and Defence on the continent, strengthening South-South academic cooperation. The university contributes its expertise in strategic studies, African geopolitics, regional governance, and conflict resolution, providing analyses based on empirical data, case studies, and innovative methodologies. Furthermore, UP houses highly qualified researchers whose investigations dialogue directly with the project's objectives, addressing themes such as international interventions, regional integration, militarisation, and security dynamics within the post-colonial context. The university's involvement strengthens connections between African and Brazilian academics, promoting knowledge exchanges and expanding the research's impact.